Capstone Teacher

Deer Creek School District; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a Capstone and English Teacher who will guide 12th graders through graduation requirements, focusing on post-secondary opportunities and financial literacy. This full-time role includes developing curriculum, assessing student progress, and maintaining clear communication with parents. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in education and Oklahoma certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Oklahoma State Certification as a teacher required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers Capstone curriculum consistent with school district goals.
• Conducts ongoing assessments and modifies teaching methods.
• Encourages parental involvement and ensures effective communication.

Skills

Teaching methods

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Data analysis

Organizing

Education

Bachelors in education

Masters Degree (preferred)

Job description

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• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of many of the state graduation requirements including financial literacy, CPR, and ICAP. Students will also focus on post-secondary opporuntities.This course will walk seniors through post-secondary options of college and career and personal
  
  

Capstone Teacher (Grade 12)

Position Purpose

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of many of the state graduation requirements including financial literacy, CPR, and ICAP. Students will also focus on post-secondary opporuntities.This course will walk seniors through post-secondary options of college and career and personal
  
  

finance. Students will perform in-depth career exploration, choose an industry they can envision a future career in, and develop a plan to pursue their goal in that industry.

Students will also research colleges and how to apply to those colleges as well as apply for grants and financial aid.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers Capstone curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Develops students' understanding of various opportunities and decisions in their post-secondary life.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
  
  

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic, including college and career opportunities, interview skills, Oklahoma graduation requirements, etc.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
  
  

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Certification/License

Qualifications Profile

• Oklahoma State Certification as a teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
  
  

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.
  
  

Experience

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
  
  

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date:________

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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