Teacher, Special Education Teacher

Thank you for your interest in working with Rome City Schools.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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Perhaps there is no other career that provides more challenge and personal satisfaction than working with students. If you are interested in accepting the challenge and being a part of an exemplary team in a dynamic school system dedicated to our employees, students, and community then Rome City Schools is the place for you.

Contact Information

Name:
Buffi Murphy

Email: bmurphye.ga.us

Website:.us

Address: 508 East Second Street Rome, Ga. 30161

Pay Grade:
Certified Salary Schedule

Pay Type:

Salaried-Exempt

Retirement: TRS

Contract Work Year: 190 Days

Reports To:

Principal

Evaluation Instrument: TKES

Minimum Qualifications

A valid Georgia Educator Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Goal

Provide instruction; encourage and assess student achievement and progress; and manage the learning environment effectively.

Representative Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.

Exhibit best practice based on current research and facilitates students' use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.

Plan, using State and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.

Analyze and use student learning data to inform planning.

Promote student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.

Use appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources, effectively to enhance student learning.

Challenges and supports each student's learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.

Use a variety of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population to inform instructional modifications for each student.

Systematically gather, analyze and use relevant data to measure student progress; to inform instructional content and delivery methods; and to provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.

Provide a well-managed, safe, supportive and orderly environment that is conducive to learning; encourages respect for all; and promotes an understanding of students' diversity.

Establish clear expectations for classroom rules, routines and procedures and enforce them consistently and appropriately.

Implement appropriate school safety measures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a secure and healthy learning environment consistent with District and school rules, policies and procedures.

Create a student-centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self-directed learners.

Exhibit a commitment to professional ethics and the school's mission; participate in professional growth opportunities and contribute to the profession.

Compile, maintain and submit all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.

Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, and established State and local School Board policies, regulations and practices.

Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.

Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.

Communicate effectively with students,…