1.0 FTE 2nd Grade Teacher

Posted: Continuous 2012-07-19
Available: 08/08/2012 Closes: Until Filled
Wilson Elementary
 

 

Duties & Responsibilities:  (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

·   Is familiar with the literacy model and incorporates guided reading and writing into the daily schedule.

·   Must be willing to teach using the Differentiated Instruction approach, including the collection and analysis of data

·   Must be knowledgeable and trained in  RTI and Data Teams initiatives and work to implement in classroom and school wide

·   Has had experience and supports the Olweus Anti-bullying program

·   Is knowledgeable in research regarding strategies for working with all kinds of students in the area of brain compatible classrooms and concept-    based instruction.

·   Is willing to collaborate and co-teach with special education teachers/Para-educators in an environment that welcomes all students.

·   Is willing to share and effectively work as a member of a team, planning lessons together, monitoring progress and making modifications as needs   of students are identified.

·   Is enthusiastic and eager to work with at-risk and special education students in an inclusive program model

·   Establishes and maintains high standards of pupil behavior to achieve a learning atmosphere in the classroom while respecting the dignity of students

·   Has high academic expectations of all students

·   Communicate with parents on a regular basis regarding student progress academically and socially

·   Prepare students to meet district grade level standards.

·   Encourage parental involvement and communicate regularly with parents.

·   Perform supervision responsibilities with a belief that all teachers are on duty at all times everywhere in the school environment including AM/PM duty, hall and restroom duties.

·   Participates in IEP development, work meetings, and parent conferences.

·   Knowledgeable of Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports

·   Knowledgeable of Daily 5 and CAFÉ literacy management tools

·   Understands the use of formative assessments to influence instruction and research based strategies to use in all content areas

·   Endorsements Required: [100] or [102] or [106]


Physical Requirements of Position:  (HBV   Yes   No)

·   Must be able to push, lift and pull 50 lbs.


Special Qualification Desired:  (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

·   Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and their families to ensure that each child reaches his/her full potential.

·   Able to work as a team member

·   Has excellent attendance

·   Is prompt to work

·   Has good presentation skills

·   Believes all students can learn

·   Technologically literate

 

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