Teacher - Math

Job Description

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The classroom teacher is responsible for the effective management of assigned class or program, and for implementing an educational program responsive to student needs according to the school board and state policy, including the Louisiana Components of Effective Teaching.

This position includes departmentalized, Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Teacher responsibilities.

• A valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate (Type C or Level
  1).
• A bachelor’s degree in field.
• Additional criteria the Board may establish.

• Planning
  • Use well‑defined learner objectives consistent with state and parish curriculum requirements.
  • Plan activities so that entire time is used effectively to develop objectives.
  • Identify and plan for individual differences.
  • Identify materials effectively for the learning process.
  • State method(s) of evaluation to measure learner outcomes.
  • Develop an Individual Education Plan when appropriate.
  • Develop/record lesson plans that are aligned to standards and content areas.
• Classroom Management
  • Provide a safe environment conducive to learning.
    • Organize available space, materials and/or equipment to facilitate learning.
    • Establish a positive classroom climate of courtesy and respect.
  • Maximize the amount of time available for instruction.
    • Manage routines and transitions in a timely manner.
    • Manage and/or adjust allotted time for activities planned.
    • Take and record attendance.
  • Manage learner behavior to provide productive learning opportunities.
    • Establish expectations for learner behavior.
    • Use monitoring techniques to facilitate learning.
• Instruction
  • Use technique(s) that appropriately introduce and develop lesson objectives.
  • Sequence lessons including initiation, development, and closure with continuity.
  • Use a variety of available teaching materials to achieve lesson objectives.
  • Adjust lessons when appropriate.
  • Present appropriate content.
    • Present content at a developmentally appropriate level.
    • Present accurate subject matter.
    • Relate relevant examples, unexpected situations, or current events to the content.
    • Answer and/or direct questions correctly and/or direct students to additional sources.
  • Provide opportunities for student involvement in the learning process.
    • Accommodate individual differences.
    • Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with students.
    • Stimulate and encourage higher‑order thinking at the appropriate developmental levels.
    • Encourage student participation.
  • Assess student progress.
    • Use appropriate assessment techniques effectively.
    • Monitor ongoing performance of students.
    • Provide timely feedback to students regarding their progress.
    • Include sufficient number of grades for previous nine weeks as required by parish policy.
    • Plan subsequent instruction based on student performance (ret‑eaching).
    • Grade papers and other assignments.
    • Enter/average grades in location and in time frame established by supervisor and/or board policy.
  • Provide direction, supervision, and evaluation of assigned paraprofessionals.
  • Develop or participate in the development of compliant Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and coordinate delivery of special education services.
    • Hold IEP meetings within the expected timeline; schedule outside classroom time.
    • Ensure plan accuracy before submission.
    • Maintain progress notes as required for general education; send copies to parents/guardians.
    • Maintain complete and accurate service records.
    • Maintain organized IEP records and a record‑keeping system.
  • Provide research‑based instruction to address instructional goals and objectives in students’ IEPs.
  • Collaborate regularly with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and community resources to improve overall student outcomes.
    • Serve as primary contact for parents/guardians of assigned special education students.
    • Collaborate with general education classroom teachers regarding instruction and student progress.
    • Share all student accommodations with applicable general classroom teachers.
  • Perform other job‑related…