Pre School Special Needs Teacher; BES-HS-PK-SP P2

Pre School Special Needs Teacher

Classroom teacher means a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationship with students and who spends the majority of his or her time in this capacity. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.

Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.

Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of WV Content Standards and Objectives, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Uses 21st Century Technology skills to strengthen the teaching/learning process. Delivers rigorous instruction to all students. Instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values. Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by WVDE and board policies, and administrative regulations. Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to support school-wide academic performance goals and instructional activities. Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements. Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s). Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits. Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and informative testing. Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsors, plans, and implements co-curricular activities/programs, such as curricular fairs, awards programs, and/or field trips as designated by the principal.

Maintains positive role model for students. Supports mission of school district. Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manages student behavior in accordance with WV Board of Education Policy 4373 (Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools) and student handbook. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Establishes and maintains open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers to support student learning. Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. Participates in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and colleagues. Keeps informed and complies with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Adheres to Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Braxton County School's Board of Education/West Virginia Board of Education Policy. Implements programs of study. Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning. Utilizes instructional management systems models that increase student learning.

Monitors student progress towards mastery of instructional goals and objectives. Communicates effectively within the educational community, and with parents on a regular basis. Meets professional responsibilities. Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission. Provides curricula required by the state of West Virginia. Demonstrates behavior which reflects established professional responsibilities (i.e., attendance, punctuality, and verbal/nonverbal communication. Demonstrates competency in the knowledge and implementation of technology standards;

and Performs other duties as assigned.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials.…