Teacher, Special Education Teacher

Location: Claxton

TEACHER - REGULAR EDUCATION

REPORTS TO:

Principal

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

SUPERVISES:
Paraprofessional, if assigned

POSITION STATUS:
Contracted / Salaried

EVALUATION:
Position evaluated by Principal

WORK YEAR: 190 days

EVALUATION INSTRUMENT: GA Leads

SALARY

SCHEDULE:

State Salary Schedule

RETIREMENT: TRS

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid according to the system's approved salary schedule.

Length of work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

Employees must work 130 hours/month to be eligible for health insurance.

Any non-Teacher Retirement System (TRS) eligible employee will have a FICA deduction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Professional Certificate in the assigned teaching field issued by Georgia Professional Standards Commission

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Knowledge of current educational research. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles. Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents and others. Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.

Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn. Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others.

JOB GOAL:

To provide effective instruction; encourage and assess student achievement and progress; and manage the learning environment effectively.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.

Exhibits best practice based on current research and facilitates students? use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.

Plans, using State and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.

Promotes student learning and engagement by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.

Uses appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources effectively to enhance student learning.

Challenges and supports each student's learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.

Uses a variety of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population to inform instructional modifications for each student.

Encourages self-assessment by students and assists them in developing plans for improving their performance.

Systematically gathers, analyzes and uses relevant data to measure student progress; to inform instructional content and delivery methods; and to provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.

Uses time efficiently and appropriately by handling non-instruction tasks efficiently.

REGULAR EDUCATION TEACHER (continued)

Maintains effective, clean, attractive physical setting for instruction.

Provides a well-managed, safe, supportive and orderly environment that is conducive to learning; encourages respect for all; and promotes an understanding of students? diversity.

Establishes clear expectations for classroom rules, routines and procedures and enforces them consistently and appropriately according to school policies.

Follow professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students? records, parents and colleagues.

Communicates effectively with students, parents or guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.

Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning and sending written communications.

Maintains confidentiality for school administrators, special support personnel, colleagues and parents.

Models correct use of language, oral and written.

Assigns reasonable tasks and homework to students.

Conducts assigned classes at the times scheduled, utilizing bell-to-bell instruction.

Follows work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.

Maintains and executes lesson plans as required by school policy.

Provides adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers.

Implements designed curriculum.

Compiles, maintains and submits all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.

Attends and participates in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy.

Maintains assigned school equipment,…