JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Certified Science Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS: Certification as set by the Kentucky Department of Education for the specific teaching position
REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
PERFORMANCE RESPONISIBILITIES:
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Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
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Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, and shows written evidence of preparation.
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Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, established clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these objectives to students.
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Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
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Seeks to develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district.
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Evaluates student progress on a regular basis and provides progress reports.
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Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct.
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Develops, with student input, reasonable rules of' classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
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Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
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Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
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Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
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Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
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Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.
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Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
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Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for student teachers, Special Education student teachers, and teacher aide(s), when applicable, and in cooperation with department heads evaluates their job performance.
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Encourages the participation of volunteers and assists in planning and supervising their assignments.
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Provides for own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
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Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents, staR, and community.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: As determined by the Rockcastle County Board of Education and the Kentucky Department of Education.
EVALUATION:
This position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as established within the policies of the Rockcastle County Board of Education.
Salary Schedule: View salary schedule HERE.
