Caddo Parish Public Schools Shreveport , LA 71101
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Job Description
Job Title: Classroom Teacher
Prepared By: Jan Holliday
Prepared Date: July 2, 2012
Approved By: Caddo Parish School Board
Approved Date: July 17, 2012
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
Working under the direction of the principal or assigned evaluator, administers the classroom in accordance with School
Board policies and uses instructional and administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student.
Competencies and Performance Standards will be used for teacher evaluation in conjunction with measures of
student growth. Measures of student growth will be aligned with the Caddo Parish Public School System's
accountability measures as outlined in the Louisiana Accountability System.
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation- 1C-Setting Instructional Outcomes
ideas from concept to concept.
The teacher designs and structures lessons so that learner outcomes are at an appropriate cognitive level.
The teacher writes and plans multi-disciplinary outcomes for student learning, not student activity.
The teacher differentiates outcomes and instruction for students of varied abilities.
The teacher creates and/or uses a variety of assessment tools that are curriculum-aligned and challenging.
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment- 2C-Managing Classroom Procedures
The teacher helps students to develop skills to work purposefully and cooperatively in groups.
The teacher facilitates lessons that engage students in different types of activities-large groups, small groups and
independent work.
Domain 3: Instruction- 3B-Questioning and Discussion Techniques
understanding of the topic.
The teacher promotes learning through discussion.
The teacher uses a range of techniques to ensure that all students contribute to the discussion and enlists the
assistance of students to ensure this outcome.
Domain 3: Instruction- 3C-Engaging Students in Learning
lesson.
levels, as well as random groupings.
level.
Domain 3: Instruction- 3D-Using Assessment in Instruction
The teacher aligns assessment to the curriculum.
The teacher informs students of the criteria for assessment.
The teacher monitors student learning using a variety of techniques.
The teacher provides valuable feedback in a timely, constructive and substantive manner.
The teacher promotes student self-assessment and student self-monitoring of their progress.
OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Administers classroom in accordance with Caddo Parish School Board policies and regulations
Accepts and exercises responsibilities for duties and assignments related to administrative/management, curricular
and extra-curricular aspects of the school
Accepts other responsibilities as required by the Principal or his/her designee
Works tactfully and harmoniously with staff, parents, students, and/or public
Reports promptly to work
Maintains good attendance in compliance with Caddo Parish School Board Policy and state law
Maintains composure
Appears neat, dresses appropriately for the profession, and is well groomed
Maintains a high standard of professional conduct
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said
professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to
CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.
Minimum Qualifications: United States citizen or authorized alien; those requirements as outlined in Louisiana Bulletin
Personal Characteristics: Physical and mental stamina and ability to perform job functions, tasks and duties. Possesses
physical health to report regularly to work and deal effectively with students. Exhibits ability to plan, organize.
Terms of Employment: 182 days, or as stated in contract or employment agreement
Reports to: School Principal and/or Assistant Principal or Assigned Evaluator
Salary Range: See adopted Caddo Parish Salary Schedules
Caddo Parish Public Schools