Description: Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to set realistic expectations; establish proper rapport and effectively communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; guide the process towards the achievement of curricular goals; participate in professional development activities.
NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university
Appropriate State of Ohio licensure
Prior teaching experience is preferable
Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills
Training in varied instructional design
Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
Background/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practice
Ability to work in a team environment
Computer/word processing skills
Essential Functions
Ensure safety of students
Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environment
Prepare clear and timely lesson plans
Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Provide guidance to students to promote their educational development
Attend parent/teacher conferences
Collaborate with colleagues
Distribute course-related assignments
Ensure students are learning all subject material by appropriately assessing on a regular basis
Provide complete lesson plans for substitute
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the Board of Education approved courses of study
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Attend meetings and in-services as required per negotiated agreement
Teach students using sound instructional practices
Attend educational field trips
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferences
Refer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance team
Notify parents if student is not meeting classroom goals
Observe ethics of the teaching profession
Other Duties And Responsibilities
Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other educational materials
Promote good public relations
Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner
Serve as a role model for students
Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships
Participate in committees, study teams, and co-curricular activities as agreed upon
Participate in intervention assistance team meetings
Maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional seminars, workshops, etc. to keep current on relevant issues
Supervise student teachers
Counsel, advise, encourage, and motivate students
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee
Equipment Operated
Various office machines
Computer
Calculator
Telephone
Overhead projector
Compact disc player
Printer
TV
Copy machine
Additional Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional interaction among unruly children
Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment
Frequently move and position self as necessary to access and operate equipment
Frequently move around workspace and travel throughout school building and/or school district
Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor and or appointing authority.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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