*PLEASE NOTE: All positions are contingent upon enrollment and Board and FOP approval.
SCHOOL TERM: Summer 2012
SALARY: $4,000
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience or Training
Valid Illinois Type 09 or
10 Teaching Certification with endorsement in subject area
Desired Experience or Training
Master’s Degree; Previous high
school teaching experience
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD
1. Teach to prescribed
outcomes and goals
2.
Use
instructional methods that improve student achievement
3.
Assign
and evaluate appropriate student work
4.
Involve
students in learning
5.
Make
effective use of entire class period
6.
Use
appropriate school support and resource materials
7.
Convey
to students learning goals and the importance of material learned
8.
Be
clear in explanations and directions
9.
Provide continuity in learning activities
10.
Challenge
students by using appropriate questioning strategies
11.
Speak
clearly, audibly, and fluently
12.
Adjust
the teaching pace to assure maximum student understanding
13.
Provide
appropriate remedial and/or enrichment material whenever necessary
14. Communicate
high expectations for student performance
INSTRUCTIONAL
PLANNING
15.
Establish
a positive and safe learning environment
16.
Revise
lesson plans as needed
17.
Plan
instructional examples, illustrations, and time for questions into lessons
18.
Address
different styles of learning by employing a variety of instructional techniques
and materials
19.
Be
creative and innovative in the use of curricular and instructional materials
SUBJECT MATTER
20.
Demonstrate
command of subject areas crucial to instructional effectiveness
21.
Demonstrate
knowledge of contemporary instructional research related to the subject area
and to the teaching of diverse students
22.
Remain
current in the assigned content area and in the profession
23.
Demonstrate
enthusiasm about subject matter
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
24.
Develop,
communicate, and enforce a set of classroom rules, policies, procedures, and
expectations which are consistent with school and department policies and with
learning outcomes
25.
Monitor
student behavior for compliance with classroom rules
26.
Reinforce/reward
appropriate social and academic behavior
27.
Respond
to behavior problems quickly and appropriately
28.
Have
necessary material and equipment available and ensure their appropriate use and
care
29.
Provide
and distribute necessary classroom materials in an orderly and efficient manner
30.
Interact
with students in ways which are respectful and friendly, and which reflect an
understanding of cultural differences
31.
Provide
students feedback on their knowledge and skill
32.
Use
effective methods to manage student behavior
PROFESSIONALLY RELATED COMPETENCIES
33.
Participate
in review and updating of curricular programs
34.
Perform
promptly the responsibilities stipulated in Board of Education policies and
administrative procedures
35.
Adhere
to all personal absences procedures and provides appropriate plans and
materials for use by the substitute
36.
Model
and enforce classroom and school rules, policies, and procedures; exemplify the
district’s mission and beliefs
37.
Be
punctual in arrival times to the building, to classes, and to meetings
38.
Report
promptly student behavior, attendance, and performance to family or guardians
and when necessary, refer students to appropriate school personnel; stay in
regular communications with parents.
39.
Cooperate
with other educational personnel
40.
Implement
recommendations made in the evaluation and supervisory process