Regular Teacher – TAT 6-8 Math

Responsibilities

• Responsible for instructional planning, including providing written lesson plans and preparation
• Establishing positive learning expectation standards for all pupils
• Evaluating pupils' progress and maintaining current and accurate records
• Implementing instructional methods
• Exhibiting knowledge of the curriculum content related to subject areas
• Participating in programs to improve student attendance
• Promoting anti-vandalism programs in schools
• Establishing and maintaining reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds
• Maintaining accurate attendance records and seating charts
• Encouraging student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept
• Ensuring fairness in teacher-pupil relationships
• Initiating appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, and/or ancillary personnel
• Communicating with parents or guardians and counseling pupils on academic progress, attendance, and conduct
• Participating in in-service meetings and professional staff meetings
• May coordinate and attend class field trips
• May work in extra-curricular and after-school activities

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements
• All course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education
• Teachers must possess at least one of the following valid teaching licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of
  
  Education:
  
  Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs
• Ability to cooperate with school faculty and administration
• Ability to work effectively with pupils, parents, guardians, and staff members
• Ability to understand physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Skill in exercising sound and professional judgment

Demonstrates expertise in instructional planning, classroom management, and effective communication with students and parents. Possesses a valid teaching license and knowledge of contemporary teaching principles to foster student growth and engagement.

• Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
• Teaching Certificate