Drama​/Speech Teacher- Andale High School

Location: Andale

Drama/Speech Teacher
- Andale High School

Renwick USD 267 •

High School Classroom Teacher (Grades 9-12)

This opening is for a Drama/Speech teaching position at Andale High School for the 25-26 school year.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

* Develops and administers high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

* Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

* Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction

* Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.

* Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Renwick Public Schools.

* Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

* Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

* Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

* Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

* Coordinates with other high school professional staff members, within specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

* Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

* Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.

* Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

Additional Duties

* Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

* Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

* Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

* Knowledge of high school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.

* Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

* Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

* Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

* Ability to organize and coordinate work.

* Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

* Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

* Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

* Certification/License: 9-12 - Drama/Speech

* KS Certification 9-12

* KSDE Highly Qualified Status

Education

* Bachelors from an accredited college or university

* Masters Degree preferred.

Experience

* Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

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