Alternative to Suspension Program Teacher, K-8 (10131)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
To facilitate learning which enables all students to reach their academic potential while in an alternative placement classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a validArizona Teacher Certificate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain high expectations for all students.
• Provide orientation to the parents of students assigned to the Alternative to Suspension Program.
• Plan and deliver high-quality instruction aligned to current state standards.
• Provide problem-solving and character-development lessons to promote positive self-esteem and appropriate decision-making skills.
• Maintain positive effective classroom management procedures which are in compliance with program and district guidelines.
• Assist in promoting the development of leadership skills in each student.
• Monitor students academic progress and adjust support based on data and individual student needs.
• Monitor students behavior and adjust support based on data and individual student needs.
• Regularly communicate academic progress behavioral progress and concerns as applicable to students homeschool administrator.
• Assess students on district and state-required testing adhering to testing guidelines and procedures.
• Design and participate in plans and meetings to ensure student reintegration with the homeschool occurs upon successful completion of the program.
• Maintain up-to-date student records and documentation.
• Communicate effectively and consistently with students parents colleagues community partners and administration.
• Conduct parent meetings to promote student success as a shared responsibility.
• Attend Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI) and maintain current CPI certification.
• Appropriately train and supervise classified staff assigned to the Alternative to Suspension Program.
• Adhere to all Governing Board Policy and District procedures Arizona Revised Statutes and federal regulations pertaining to education.
• Continue to grow professionally through appropriate staff development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SALARY: Nine-month position Teachers salary schedule and employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.

EVALUATION: Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on the evaluation of professional personnel.

Required Experience:

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