High School Teacher - Fresno

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION/TITLE: Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Education

[X] EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: Principal and Assistant Principal

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Teacher Position will plan, organize and implement an appropriate personalized instructional program in a learning environment that guides, supports, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, completion of diploma requirements and post-secondary transition plan. This Position will collaborate with other Instructional Staff and school personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Develop, review and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students' transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post-secondary goals, and progress towards those goals

• Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding and supporting high academic expectations, and maintaining positive and professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents

• Meet with students at their scheduled appointment dates and times

• Conduct effective student appointments; preparing for and delivering instruction, engaging students in goal-setting, monitoring of progress and preparation for completion of graduation requirements

• Assign appropriate courses of study

• Refer students to core subject area teachers when necessary

• Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed

• Plan, prepare for and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences

• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources to support independent learning

• Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students' varying needs

• Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication

• Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students' post-secondary goals

• Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information

• Carefully observe, review and evaluate student homework and tests to assess and monitor progress

• Grade course homework, projects, and tests

• Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement

• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students

• Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology

• Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students

• Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as, goal-setting, time management, and accessing/utilizing resources

• Use relevant technology to support instruction

• Administer diagnostic assessments according to guidelines set forth by the Organization and site

• Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs

• Refer students to support structures; tutors, intervention programs, labs, counselors, and other "wrap around' services as appropriate

• Manage student behavior in the Resource Center by enforcing rules and disciplinary systems of the Center

• Prepare for and facilitate positive parent conferences

• Keep updated with developments in subject area curriculum, teaching resources and methods

• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development

• Monitor credit completion rates of students

• Monitor student attendance

• Claim and report daily attendance

• Keep student work folders neat and organized

• Close out student folders in accordance to Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines

• Generate report cards in accordance to Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines

• Document and review student notes and parent/student contacts in Contact Manager

• Update all necessary records accurately and timely as required by law, Organizational policies, school regulations, and independent auditors

• Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings, and student retention meetings

• Participate in Professional Development opportunities as needed

• Follow established policies and procedures for reporting incidents (e.g., child abuse, substance abuse, harassment, and violence).

• Attend all required meetings and graduation ceremonies

• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of California Teaching Standards

• Knowledge of educational trends, research, and technology to support learning

• Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies necessary for effective instruction of all student populations, including students at-risk of academic failure

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs

• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program

• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups

• Ability to communicate effectively including giving clear and concise instructions, using academic language, and appropriate level of delivery, and listening without bias and providing appropriate feedback/reinforcement

• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication

• Ability to make independent judgements

• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records

• Commitment to the education of all students

• Planning and organizational skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject in area of specialization or intern eligible

• Bachelor's degree with major or minor in designated subject, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements

• Successful passing of the California Basic Skills Exam

• Enrollment in a State approved teacher's preparation program and student teaching

• Proficient in MS Word, Email

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Ability to meet California Standards of physical and mental health

• Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines.

• Able to conduct verbal conversation.

• Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels).

• Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend and walk. Sedentary work.

• Able to lift, carry, push, pull objects weighing up to 15 pounds frequently, and 25 pounds occasionally.

• Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and other classroom equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

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