Student Teacher

Overview

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While working with a mentor teacher, the student teacher will follow the lesson plans, or develop their lesson plans to implement into daily student instruction appropriate educational curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards and the Lyon County School District approved curriculum. The substitute teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals.

This person will be expected to adhere to the LCSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees as outlined in policy and the CBA and report directly to the school site administrator.

• Administer appropriate district curriculum that is aligned with the Nevada State Standards and/or the upcoming Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEPs and other related mandates.
• Provide classroom management and discipline that ensures safety at all times.
• Actively contribute to the School Improvement Plan (SIP) process.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines at all times.
• Facilitate an effective advisory program as outlined by the administration and/or district.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with administration, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate technology into the instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in Power School.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a secondary classroom.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives, in order to meet the needs of all students.
• Participate as collaborative member with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through continued education and in-service.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non-verbal terms.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the site administrator/supervisor.

• Education and Training: Working toward a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada substitute teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education.
• When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.

• The physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. They include strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods; ability to handle files and papers; occasional lifting of files and materials;
  
  ability to operate educational technology; hearing and speech for communication.
• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
• Working conditions…