Teacher-Chorus

Job Title

Teacher

The Teacher develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. The Teacher assesses and evaluates student performance and modifies instructional activities as appropriate.

• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
• Encourage self‑direction and self‑motivation in students.
• Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students’ needs and interests.
• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on effective long‑range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
• Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
• Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
• Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities both in class and out of class.
• Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and inform appropriate persons of such progress.

• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students by demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and maintaining interest in students.
• Encourage self‑direction and self‑motivation in students.
• Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students’ needs and interests.
• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on effective long‑range plans with evidence of effective lesson planning.
• Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
• Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
• Utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities both in class and out of class.
• Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and inform appropriate persons of such progress.

• Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
• Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
• Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher’s care.

Education Attainment (Required): Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific subject area to which assigned.

Education Attainment (Preferred): None specified.

Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of the subject being taught.
• Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation.

Skills

• Relate positively to parents and other community representatives.
• Assess individual needs and performance.

Abilities

• Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals.
• Organize and perform work independently.
• Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects.
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site‑based procedures and protocols.

• Rarely
• Occasionally
• Frequently
• Lifting – 1–25 lbs
• Lifting – 26–50 lbs
• Lifting – 50+ lbs
• Carrying – 1–25 lbs
• Carrying – 26–50 lbs
• Carrying – 50+ lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs

• Rarely
• Occasionally
• Frequently
• Standing
• Sitting
• Walking
• Reaching
• Turning/Twisting
• Balancing/Climbing
• Stooping/Kneeling
• Crouching/Crawling

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $54,000 to $101,332 Per Year