Nathan Hale - Computer Science CTE Teacher - FTE

Classroom Teacher

A classroom teacher performs, under the general direction of the building principal or program manager and with assistance from appropriate staff personnel. A classroom teacher fosters and enhances an effective learning environment; facilitates the development or revision of curriculum and instructional materials; establishes learning objectives and standards based upon general District guidelines; provides instruction, counsels, disciplines, and supervises to meet the individual needs of assigned students;

and, evaluates student performance and progress.

Essential functions include fostering an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; planning an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth; preparing lesson plans; using necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved;

implementing established program or curriculum objectives; attending in-service training and continuing to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction; establishing and implementing, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; providing guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct;

making referrals for assistance where appropriate; conferring with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement; establishing classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluating and recording student progress; preparing reports for parents or guardians;

collecting and interpreting a variety of data; providing reports for administrative purposes; directing the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel; attending or participating in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement; serving on staff committees as required; participating in a variety of activities to enhance personal and professional skills;

performing related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.

Reporting relationships include reporting to the building principal. Working conditions require dealing with a wide range of student achievement and behavior; remaining flexible to meet students immediate needs; handling multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritizing; experiencing frequent interruptions; occasionally dealing with distraught or difficult students; potentially being exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students; in some positions, taking precautions to prevent or lessen exposure of self and/or students to various materials, fumes, equipment, cutting edges or hot surfaces;

teaching in a classroom without telephone communication.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or appropriate industry background that qualifies the teacher for a Washington State CTE credential; academic preparation for or experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in an urban school system. Specific programs may require additional academic preparation or professional experience, including working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms;

implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of "at risk" students; and teaching multi-level, open-concept, and main streamed classes. Required knowledge, skills and abilities include proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement. Licenses/Special Requirements include a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate;

some positions may require valid first aid and CPR certification; some positions may require a valid Washington State driver's license and/or a Class II driver's license.