Junior High Teacher - Spanish Position Part-time One Year Only

Bentonville Schools; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentonville Schools is seeking a Junior High Teacher to facilitate student growth by implementing district-approved curriculum and documenting progress. The teacher will address individual needs, create a safe learning environment, and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.

The role requires knowledge of current teaching methods, state curriculum, and effective communication. Strong collaboration with staff and ongoing professional development are expected to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Arkansas State Certification as a Teacher is required.
• Potentially Arkansas certification for the appropriate grade level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops junior high school curriculum aligned with district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment safe for individualized and small-group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates them into learning experiences.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and adapts instructional methods.
• Instructs students in citizenship and other subject matters per laws and district policy.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress, grades, and attendance.
• Encourages parental involvement and communications with families.
• Ensures student conduct aligns with school standards and policies.
• Collaborates with grade-level staff to evaluate curriculum and attend meetings.
• Administers standardized tests per district programs.

Skills

Teaching methods

Junior high curriculum

Data information systems

Computer literacy

Organization

Communication with students/parents

Self-evaluation

Interpersonal cooperation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Arkansas State Certification as a Teacher

Arkansas State Certification for grade level preferred

Job description

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Junior High Teacher

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers junior high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
• 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 with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the School 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.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of junior high school curriculum and concepts.
• 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.

Work Conditions

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification/License

• Arkansas State Certification as a Teacher
• Arkansas State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.

Education

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level is a plus.

FLSA Status

Exempt