Future Certified Teacher

Monticello School District; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Monticello School District is seeking a Future Certified Teacher to join the Central Office team in Monticello, Arkansas. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Arkansas teaching certificate with endorsements for the assigned subject and level, plus completion of a student teaching or approved internship.

Starting immediately, the teacher will develop instructional plans, maintain a productive classroom environment, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff and parents

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Arkansas teaching certificate with endorsements for subject and level assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate relentless commitment to academic achievement of all students.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage active involvement in decision-making.
• Establish and maintain an orderly, supportive classroom environment.
• Plan and implement lessons aligned with district curriculum and policies.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback; maintain grade records.
• Work with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Communicate with parents about student progress and behavior.
• Supervise assigned duties and sponsor extracurricular activities as needed.
• Participate in staff development and comply with district regulations.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Student teaching internship

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arkansas teaching certificate

Job description

Future Certified Teacher

Monticello School District Central Office - Monticello, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4921658

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 13, 2018 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them

fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students

to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Arkansas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

The Board may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Demonstrate relentless commitment to academic achievement of all students.
• Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.
• Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage their active involvement in
• the decision-making process.
• Communicate and promote expectation for high-level performance from students; hold
• students accountable for high performance; recognize excellence and achievement.
• Articulate a clear direction for all students and staff; articulate a positive image of the
• school district and school district personnel.
• Establish & maintain an orderly & supportive classroom environment in which students
• actively participate & show respect for one another and the teacher.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum
• program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by board policies and
• administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
• equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students
• assigned.
• Assess, track, and provide feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and
• assignments and maintain record of grades.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional
• activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for
• special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education
• Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and
• methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of school district.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials,
• and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents and students concerning
• academic and behavioral progress of students.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members to establish a positive learning environment.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assume responsibility for assigned non-teaching duties.
• Participate in activities which are related to school functions and/or educational process which occur outside the regular school day.
• Maximize time when students are on task and ensure that instructional activities are clearly related to district goals.
• Other duties assigned by principals.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.