Harrisonburg Academy Teacher - Harrisonburg Academy

Job Description

School: Harrisonburg City Public Schools

Position: Harrisonburg Academy Teacher

Reports to: Principal, Secondary Schools

Contract: 200 Days

Salary Scale: Teacher Salary Scale

FLSA Status: Exempt

Revised: 7/5/2023

Develops and implements an instructional program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student.

• Possesses or qualifies for a Virginia Collegiate Professional license with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned. Mathematics and/or SPED preferred.
• Possesses outstanding knowledge and skill in the assigned instructional area and demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and the learning process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional strategies and skills related to scientifically-based research and its implementation.
• Proficiency in public speaking and written communication to express and/or exchange ideas.
• Emotionally mature, objective and sensitive to people and their concerns. Able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, families, administration, staff, co‑workers and community agencies.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks. Models non‑discriminatory practices in all activities. Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

• Establishes and implements daily written lesson plans.
• Evaluates student learning and revises instruction accordingly.
• Structures teaching to encourage independent thinking by students.
• Effectively prepares/uses instructional materials and technology resources.
• Maintains appropriate expectations for all students.
• Differentiates instruction.
• Maintains appropriate student classroom behavior.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject/grade.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Displays enthusiasm for teaching.
• Utilizes strategies to meet class objectives, student needs and abilities.
• Effectively motivates students.
• Manages instructional time wisely.
• Provides an appropriate learning environment.
• Models acceptable written and oral expressions.
• Effectively communicates with students, parents and the community.
• Provides appropriate feedback to students.
• Uses measures of student learning to improve instruction.
• Models professional, moral and ethical standards and personal integrity.
• Participates in meaningful and continuous process of professional development.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, staff, parents and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population.
• Provides services to the professional, the school division and/or the community.
• Displays professionalism:
  Demonstrates good attendance and punctuality.
• Submits required reports on time and meets other deadlines.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Follows proper channels of communication.
• Appropriately maintains confidentiality.
• Is familiar with and abides by School Board policies, regulations and school procedures.
• Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes…