Teacher - Middle School

UserGroup; Middle School; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UserGroup in Australia seeks a dedicated middle school teacher to plan and deliver lessons across subjects, fostering learning and development. The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues and ongoing professional growth within a supportive school community.

The position is a 9-month assignment with standard expectations for instructional planning, student assessment, and professional collaboration. A Bachelor’s degree and state teaching certification are required by the school board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and teaching certification as required by school board.
• Additional criteria as established by the School Board.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of study in specific subject areas and assesses student progress.
• Maintains an environment conducive to learning and manages learner behavior.
• Shows professional demeanor and contributes to school improvement and professional growth.
• Provides courteous service to students, parents, and staff and communicates effectively.
• Identifies opportunities to improve service, work processes and financial performance.
• Assists co-workers and supports teamwork within the school system.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Teacher - Middle School

Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Elementary Teacher

JOB TYPE:

303

POSITION REPORTS TO:

PAY GRADE:

TEACHERS

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

ASSIGNMENT PERIOD

9 Months

182 days

SUMMARY OF POSITION’S PURPOSE

Plans and implements a program of study in specific subject areas that enables an elementary school student to learn, play and develop in an optimal manner. This position includes both Departmentalized and Self Contained Elementary Teacher responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION – Bachelor’s degree. Type C Louisiana teaching certificate Additional criteria as established by the School Board.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides instruction to students by planning effectively for instruction, providing written lesson plans in prescribed form, delivering instruction effectively, presenting the appropriate content, providing opportunities for student involvement in the learning process and assessing student progress effectively. Examples of this accountability include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans a daily program of instruction based on curriculum documents.
• Sends interim reports at mid-report periods.
• Develops and implements curriculum objectives based on pupil assessments.
• Assigns homework in keeping with student and curriculum needs.
• Constructs and administers tests and other diagnostic material to identify individual levels of attainment.
• Implements the Louisiana Components of Effective Teaching in all teaching-learning situations.
• Participates in the referral process for 504 and IDEA services promptly and completely.
• Implements all 504 and IDEA modifications as required.
• Plans instructional program with other faculty as appropriate.

2. Performs management accountabilities by maintaining an environment which is conducive to learning, maximizing the amount of time available for instruction, managing learner behavior to provide productive learning opportunities and demonstrating efficiency in meeting obligations. Examples of this accountability include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Submits grades for students each nine weeks.
• Requests and schedules parent conferences.
• Confers with students regarding strengths and weaknesses.
• Complies with all school rules and school board policies.
• Assumes responsibility for the implementation of emergency procedures when such action is required.
• Completes paperwork and reports accurately and on a timely basis.
• Manages textbook distribution, collection and fee collection for damaged or lost textbooks.
• Provides and endorses standards for the treatment of school property.
• Reports child abuse or suspected neglect to the proper authorities.

3. Maintains a professional demeanor by performing non-instructional duties, assuming responsibility for meaningful professional growth, sharing responsibility for school improvement and demonstrating proficiency in oral and written communications. Examples of this accountability include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cooperates with principals and supervisors during supervisory visits.
• Participates in parish wide in-service training.
• Participates in professional organizations.
• Supports PTA and other school functions.
• Attends faculty meetings, parent/teacher organization meetings and other school functions.
• Performs assigned duties with respect to recess and library periods.

4. Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Schedules and/or attends conferences with parents. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.

5. Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

6. Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork through the school system.