Holland & Lincoln | Teacher Mild Mental Disability

Holland Elementary; Fort Wayne (IN); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Holland Elementary in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a teacher for Mild Mental Disability under FWCS. Openings at Holland and Lincoln Elementary with immediate start in a half-day schedule, Monday through Friday.

The role requires an Indiana teaching license or eligibility for alternative credentials (REPA/REPA 3). The teacher will deliver differentiated instruction aligned with Core Standards and collaborate with families and colleagues to support student growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Indiana teaching license for the assigned grade levels and/or subject areas OR be eligible to obtain an alternative teaching credential.
• REPA/REPA 3 Licensure Options available.
• Exceptional Needs: Mild Intervention covering appropriate grades.
• Knowledge of effective practices, including lesson planning and classroom instruction.

Responsabilités

• FWCS teachers are committed to students and their learning.
• Act on the belief that every student can learn and that all students can master challenging curriculum with appropriate differentiation and intervention.
• Set quantifiable learning outcomes and hold students and themselves accountable based on Indiana standards.
• Produce measurable growth in student achievement.
• Recognize individual differences in students and adjust practices accordingly.
• Understand how students develop and learn.
• Establish and manage a positive learning environment.
• Create an organized classroom that maximizes engaged learning time.
• Maintain respectful partnerships with families in support of student learning.
• Engage students in complex problem-solving drawing on their culture and experiences.
• Engage students in authentic tasks with opportunities to develop knowledge.
• Follow FWCS assessment suite and use various assessment techniques.
• Analyze student data to plan instruction and improve outcomes.
• Commit to professional development and continuous improvement.
• Operate as a professional in FWCS and contribute to the school community.

Connaissances

Teaching License

REPA Options

Mild Intervention

Differentiation

Description du poste

Holland & Lincoln | Teacher Mild Mental Disability

Fort Wayne Community Schools Holland Elementary - Fort Wayne, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Half days M-F at each school, Holland and Lincoln Elementary

Purpose

Provide instructional services necessary to educate all students to high standards that align with district, state, and federal requirements, guidelines, and standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Indiana teaching license for the assigned grade levels and/or subject areas OR be eligible to obtain an alternative teaching credential . REPA/REPA 3 Licensure Options:
• Exceptional Needs: Mild Intervention covering appropriate grades
• Must possess knowledge of effective practices, including principles, theories, procedures, and techniques used in lesson plan development and classroom instruction.

Essential Functions

• FWCS teachers are committed to students and their learning.
• Teacher acts on the belief that every student can learn and that all students can master challenging curriculum with appropriate differentiation and intervention.
• Teacher sets quantifiable learning outcomes for students and holds students and themselves accountable for meeting those objectives based on the Internationally Benchmarked Common Core Standards linked to Indiana's Academic Standards.
• Teacher produces measurable growth in student achievement.
• Teacher recognizes individual differences in students and adjusts practices accordingly.
• Teacher understands how students develop and learn.
• FWCS teachers are responsible for establishing and managing student learning in a positive learning environment.
• Teacher creates a classroom climate that promotes openness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry.
• Teacher creates an organized classroom that maximizes engaged student learning time, behaviorally, emotionally, and cognitively.
• Teacher establishes and maintains respectful, productive partnerships with families in support of student learning and well-being.
• Teacher engages all students in complex problem‑solving and exploring of ideas and issues in classroom activities drawing on students' culture, experiences, and knowledge.
• Teacher engages students in authentic tasks and offers them significant opportunities to develop knowledge.
• Teacher follows the FWCS assessment suite.
• Teacher uses a variety of formal and informal assessment techniques.
• Teacher analyzes student information and results and plans instruction accordingly.
• FWCS teachers are committed to continuous self‑improvement and professional development.
• FWCS teachers continually assess student progress relative to student goals including Internationally Benchmarked Common Core Standards linked to Indiana's Academic Standards, analyze the results, and adapt instruction to improve student achievement.
• FWCS teachers exhibit a high degree of professionalism.
• Teacher draws upon educational research and research‑based strategies in planning instructional content and delivery.
• Teacher is an active member of a professional learning community.
• Teacher understands and supports the vision, mission, and goals of FWCS, and serves as an ambassador for FWCS.
• Teacher views him/herself as a leader in the educational community.
• Teacher contributes to the smooth functioning of the school environment.
• Support s the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community‑connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s - (Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, or Entrepreneurship . )
• Positively p romote s and e mbod ies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation, Critical and Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Cultural Agility, and Self‑Direction
• Perform r elated duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty (25) pounds or more.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 to $83,547 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required