Long Term Substitute - Grade 4 Teacher

DESCRIPTION:

* Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.

* Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students.

* Responsible for effective instruction which includes making learning goals clear to the students and using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.

* Responsible for using innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.

* Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

* Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement and behavior.

* Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards and establishes clear objectives which reflect these standards for all lessons, units, and projects.

* Implements the district's mission, philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives.

* Assesses and documents student progress on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

* Documents the learning problems of students and seeks the assistance of district specialists as required.

* Implements all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and develops reasonable rules and standards for classroom behavior.

* Strives to maintain and improve professional competence especially as it relates to the specific assignment and student grade and subject area appropriateness.

* Attends staff meetings as required.

* Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others.

* Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of assigned students.

* Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and r second language learners.

* Responsible for providing equal educational opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, homelessness, religion, national origin, or disability.

* Performance of other job-related duties as assigned by principal.