Instructor Teacher

Salary Schedule / Grade: Refer to Hourly DEA Salary Schedule

F.L.S.A Status: Exempt

In partnership with the principal and in collaboration with other teachers, plan and organize instruction

using a gradual release framework to maximize student learning and growth. Connect each student

with the right tasks, so students can pursue their own learning, providing structure for each student

and protecting their freedom.

The Home Instructor is responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program to meet the needs of students who are unable to attend school for medical reasons. Specific duties are as follows:

Designing the homebound student education program so that it is consistent with the total educational philosophy and goals of the district.

Working in coordination with other teachers in planning and developing the program.

Using appropriate assessment instruments pertinent to areas of instruction.

Preparing lesson plans for each student. Providing specialized instructional techniques through individual sessions designed to meet the educational needs of students.

Providing parents with home strategies as appropriate to the student.

Conferring with the classroom teacher as requested concerning any educational needs of a student.

Completing progress reports on each student in the program as needed.

Supplying formal progress reports to school personnel and to parents of exceptional students necessary or requested.

Coordinating report card grades with classroom teachers

Support and maintain the District's core principles in the areas of professionalism, curriculum, instruction, culture, and customer service. Demonstrate courage, compassion, patience, and a passion for teaching in daily activities.

Meet the challenges of delivering education in an urban school setting. Use instructional methods to help struggling learners reach grade level.

Navigate competing instructional initiatives and find ways to apply them to the classroom effectively.

Build confidence in students, parents, and guardians that academic achievement is attainable through high expectations and sustained effort.

Collaborate and engage effectively with teachers and administrators to implement instructional strategies that promote student success in content areas.

Build positive rapport and trust with families and community partners to facilitate their engagement in education efforts.

Participate in district-organized professional development activities and seek out opportunities for self-development to improve instruction design and delivery skills.

Create engaging lessons aligned with pacing guidelines and district curriculum to drive the growth and development of students. Submit lesson plans for review.

Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and interests.

Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.

Coordinate instructional activities and discuss student work with other teachers to create a consistent, cohesive environment for learning.

Prepare learning materials and classroom environments.

Deliver instruction through the district required methods, including gradual release, Marzano framework, and high-yield strategies.

Clearly communicate learning objectives to students.

Use differentiated instruction to provide students with a range of different avenues for understanding new information. Offer a variety of materials and resources for students to explore and manipulate.

Prepare, administer, grade, and analyze work assignments to evaluate student progress, strengths and areas of need.

Make timely updates to student data in student recordkeeping systems to…