Description
REPORTS TO: School Director
CALENDAR: School/Teacher
FLSA: Salaried/Exempt
BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.
EMPLOYMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
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Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree
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Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license
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Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA
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Appropriate criminal record as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigations
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Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills
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Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data
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Ability to administer, score, and interpret a test of individual achievement
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Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education model curriculum and Ohio's New Learning Standards
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Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business
RESPONSIBILITIES:
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
A teacher shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the following broad areas: instruction, classroom management, professional attitudes and growth, and personal characteristics.
A. Instructional Skills/Abilities
In the area of instructional skills and ability, a teacher shall:
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Demonstrate evidence of effective planning
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Demonstrate skill in a variety of methods and techniques to meet student needs
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Have a thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught
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Create an inviting learning environment
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Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials
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Be receptive to new ideas
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Be enthusiastic
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Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word
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Teach social thinking and social skills to students
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Evaluate and report student progress on the approved reporting tool and as scheduled
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Follow Summit Academy Instructional Design
B. Classroom Management
In the area of classroom management, a teacher shall:
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Establish and maintain positive rapport with people
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Establish and maintain a classroom routine
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Establish teacher expectation of students
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Uphold school rules
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Implement PBIS Behavior System
C. Professional Attitude and Relationships
In the areas of professional relationships, a teacher shall:
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Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff
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Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner
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Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards:
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Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public
D. Professional Growth
In the area of professional relationships, a teacher shall show evidence of a positive attitude towards:
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Show evidence of participation in professional improvement activities
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Participate on school and/or district-wide curriculum committees
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Plan, implement, and complete an IPDP as prescribed by the LPDC
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Participate in OTES
E. Personal Characteristics
In the area of personal characteristics, a teacher shall:
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Maintain professional behavior
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Dress professionally
All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO of Summit Academy Management.
