High School Special Education General Curriculum Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Public Schools in Suffolk, Virginia seeks a High School Teacher to provide instruction in a general curriculum with focus on student engagement, assessment, and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires Virginia teaching certification eligibility, a strong knowledge base, and the ability to manage classroom instruction and standards of behavior. This is a full-time role with a competitive salary range and exempt status.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of secondary education principles, practices and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Teaching specialized subject matter, motivating students to achieve maximum potential.
• Develops lesson plans and use of instructional materials;
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
• Integrates subject area content and technology;
• Instructs students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in state law and procedures of the school district;
• Establishes and maintains standards of behavior;
• Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students;
• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions;
• Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas;
• Evaluates students' progress, maintains appropriate records, prepares progress reports;
• Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means;
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and growth activities;
• Establishes a class environment favorable to learning;
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with the established procedures;
• Identifies student needs; assists with assessment of needs;
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials;
• Participates in child study, IEP and BIP meetings;
• Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Job description

Suffolk Public Schools in Suffolk, Virginia seeks a High School Teacher to provide instruction in a general curriculum with focus on student engagement, assessment, and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires Virginia teaching certification eligibility, a strong knowledge base, and the ability to manage classroom instruction and standards of behavior. This is a full-time role with a competitive salary range and exempt status.