FTE Art Teacher Pacific Crest Middle School - Temporary

Bend, Oregon 97703

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

CLASSROOM TEACHER

Reports To:

Site Administrator (School Principal)

The Classroom Teacher will motivate, assist and guide the learning of students, including prescribed instruction, discipline, safety and health while under the supervision of the school. The role includes leading each student toward the fulfillment of his or her potential for intellectual, physical, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation by providing appropriate instruction. The Classroom Teacher reports to the school principal.

• Identifies the needs of individual students by continuous assessment of their abilities.
• Uses identified student needs to plan instruction.
• Writes instructional plans.
• Uses a variety of appropriate methods and materials to implement instructional plans.
• Manages the classroom to create optimum learning conditions.
• Makes appropriate application of learning theory to meet student needs.
• Evaluates and reports student progress.
• Assists with planning and conducting parent conferences.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Provides plans for and supervises educational assistants.
• Supervises students in and out of the classroom.
• Initiates and maintains communication with colleagues.
• Assists in the assessment of building level needs and the planning required to meet those needs.
• Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed.
• Fulfills all appropriate responsibilities assigned to the Classroom Teacher.
• Fulfills other related duties as assigned or assumed.

Work is performed primarily indoors in a classroom setting, with occasional outdoor supervision, school activities, or field trips. The position requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and frequent movement throughout the instructional space. The role may involve lifting or moving instructional materials or equipment. The employee may be exposed to moderate noise levels and a range of student behaviors while managing classroom dynamics.

Participation in meetings, school events, conferences, professional responsibilities, and activities outside the regular instructional day may be required, consistent with the Bend Education Association/ Bend‑La Pine Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Current concepts, methods and procedures for curriculum development and implementation.
• Laws, rules, policies and trends regarding instruction.
• Evaluation techniques.
• Essential Learning Skills and Common Curriculum Goals.
• Human development and learning.
• Behavior management techniques.
• Communication techniques.
• Computer technology.
• School district policies and procedures.

• Develop appropriate curriculum.
• Interpret and comply with laws, rules and policies.
• Evaluate student needs and progress.
• Implement competency‑based instruction.
• Make appropriate application of learning principles.
• Maintain acceptable student behavior.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues and students.
• Read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Apply an understanding of English, reading, spelling, mathematics and other subjects as related to the position.
• Deal with students, teachers, administrators, supervisor, and the public in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Learn the operation of computers and other equipment used in the work, as required.
• Accurately transfer, record and convey information, materials, and money as required.
• Verbalize concepts and communicate effectively in person and over the phone using a pleasant and well‑modulated voice.
• Establish and maintain accurate record‑keeping systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, co‑workers, supervisor, and the public.
• Make mathematical…