HS Math Teacher

Job Description

JESSIEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

High School Math Teacher: 7-12

Department: Teaching

Job Status: Full Time

Grade/Level: 7-12

Amount of

Travel Required:

See Essential Duties

Work Schedule: Per 190 contracted days

Under the supervision of the Principal, the elementary and secondary teacher provides support to the instructional process by helping students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. The teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth.

• Communicate, collaborate and cooperate with colleagues, supervisors, parents and students in a professional manner.
• Teach Jessieville School District’s approved curriculum.
• Be prepared to instruct all assigned classes at the designated time and place.
• Plan a program of study and prepare lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and abilities of the students.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment and facilities.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs and capabilities of the individual or student groups involved.
• Assess the academic and social growth of students on a regular basis, keep appropriate and accurate records, and prepare progress reports as required.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
• Identify student needs, make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of web-based reporting sites, newsletters, notes, phone calls and conferences.
• Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student work.
• Adhere to all rules and regulations as stated in Jessieville School District Personnel Policies Handbook.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s supervisor, the principal, or the superintendent.

Competency Statements: Knowledge of the schools and JSD policies and procedures;
Evidence of strong commitment to quality education;
Evidence of strong organizational skills;
Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills.

Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree with an accredited educational institution and endorsements in the areas of the teaching assignment.

Experience: One (1) year of successful experience with Highly Qualified designation status is preferred.

Certificates & Licenses: Valid Arkansas certificate/license or alternative certificate/license for compliance with the necessary ADE requirements to meet the position’s essential duties and responsibilities.

Computer

Skills:

Ability to apply basic computer programs (spreadsheet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, others) to enhance job performance. (Others could include APSCN, HAC/TAC, NWEA)

Other Requirements: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community;
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication;
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal, state, and district requirements.

Language

Skills:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents;
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public.

Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations…