About this role
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt, Certified MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited college or university
• Valid Arizona Teacher Certification
• Endorsement by the Arizona Department of Education in the subject and level to be taught OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION: To create a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning and personal growth for students; to motivate each student to develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes in accordance with ability; to develop the student's special talents; to develop sound opinions based on facts; and to develop proficiency in inquiry skills and concepts. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Follows local, state and federal law and adheres to State Department of Education and Local School Board Policy.
• Meets or exceeds the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Teaches skills, knowledge, and attitudes to students on a grade level in the curriculum area of assignment, utilizing courses of study prescribed by the District Governing Board or other appropriate agencies.
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds.
• Provides instruction whereby students may develop concepts and appreciation for the course of study, enhancing their ability to make qualified judgments.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time.
• Develops students' abilities for critical analysis and encourages independent thought and expression of original ideas.
• Evaluates and maintains an accurate written record of each student's performance, growth skills and knowledge.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive learning environment.
• Participates in curriculum planning and program development within the school of assignment, as well as on the district level.
• Confers, as needed, with parents to discuss the individual student's progress.
• Selects and requisitions textbooks and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students.
• Follows the adopted district curriculum which is aligned with Arizona academic standards and state mandated testing.
• Supervises as assigned, student activities both in and out of the classroom during the regular work day.
• Assists in implementing all policies and regulations concerning the administration of the school.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or in self selected professional growth activities.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals, when appropriate.
• Attends faculty meetings, participates on faculty committees, and sponsors student activities when assigned.
• Prepares reports and maintains required inventory records.
• Performs other job relevant duties as assigned. REPORTS TO: Principal TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year to be established by the Board. Salary is determined by individual training and experience level on approved salary schedule. EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on evaluation of personnel. ADA accommodations:Decisions regarding appropriate and reasonable accommodation(s) will be based upon the merits of each situation. The principle criteria will be that of effectiveness and safety. Board Approved: 7/8/05 REvised 6/18/07