Grade 6

Overview

The Dual Language/Biliterate Teacher is responsible for the bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a school. Specific to Nature's Classroom, the primary role is to teach outdoor skills and ecology topics to 6th grade students, during a consecutive 3-day session rotation, throughout the year. These activities include abiotic factors during an upland/wetland hike, orienteering, river health during boating and shoreline sampling, basic survival skills and animal classification and adaptation.

All lessons are taught outdoors, each day, in all types of weather throughout the school year. Animal, equipment and grounds care will be part of the daily assignment.

Highly effective teaching experience and a strong background and/or experiences in Florida ecology are preferred. Other skill expectations: follow safety protocols, follow standard operating procedures for animal care, solid teaching skills to work with all levels of students with various backgrounds and ability levels, strong verbal and written communication, computer literate, positive attitude, team player, patient, flexible, self-motivated and a life-long learner.

This is in addition to the HCPS expectations below.

This is a 29 hour per week position. If interested, attach your application to this job posting and contact Karen Johnson at  ext 221.

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, language proficiency levels and linguistic backgrounds that meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the process of second language acquisition and current pedagogical practices.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Continually acquires knowledge regarding best practices in Dual Language education specific to program model instructional and curriculum expectations.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

• Communication:
  Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
• Judgment:
  Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making process. Makes timely…