Teacher - Theater Arts; NMHS

Teacher – Theater Arts (NMHS) –

• Position Type: Professional – Teacher Level (Secondary)/Secondary Teacher
• Shift Type: Full-Time
• Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
• Reports To: Principal
• Employment Begins: As soon as possible

To plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program in a way that includes the best use of research findings, time, space, available technology, financial and community resources, so that student achievement will be maximized.

• Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor's Degree with appropriate state certification for subject and level assigned.

• Demonstrate a cognitive understanding of the subject matter and pedagogical skills in his/her teaching field.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Exhibit excellent public relations and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrate highly effective organizational and consensus building skills.
• Understand the value of planning and demonstrate ability to develop and implement short- and long-term instructional plans based upon effective instructional strategies, knowledge of the discipline, student needs and performance, the global society, the community, and the curriculum.
• Understand the various learning styles and show competence in developing and delivering instruction appropriate to students' developmental needs.
• Understanding cultural diversity through providing instruction appropriate to diverse cultures and populations, learning styles, and background experiences.
• Understand how to develop a variety of instructional strategies, technologies, resources, and techniques for problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Possess a knowledge base for critiquing, constructing, and utilizing multiple forms of appropriate assessment techniques in order to monitor progress, modify and adapt instruction, and set goals.
• Exhibit effective communication skills and techniques, including verbal, nonverbal, and media communication that are sensitive to student differences and needs.
• Possess basic understanding of the impact of technology in assigned curricular areas.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• None required beyond certification from an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
• Identify the special needs of students and seek assistance of others as needed.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Develop a student behavior plan that is consistent with established administrative policies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Make a provision for being available to students on a daily basis, as well as parents by appointment.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides, volunteers, and student teachers, and make written evaluations as required.
• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that fulfills district requirements and personal expectations as a professional.
• Take an active part in the district-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attend campus and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff.
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Student Orientations, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building principal and the faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Aides, student teachers, student groups, etc., as assigned by the administration.

Mental Demands:

• Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding students educational, physical, and emotional well-being, and maintaining emotional control under stress.
• Standing, walking,…