Middle Grades Teacher Science 7- 8th

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #32; San Luis (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GADSDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #32 is hiring a Special Subjects Teacher to support the instructional process by developing student success in academics and skills. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a job-related area and involves collaborating with other professionals, developing lesson plans, and supervising students. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Experience in the field is required, and the position reports to the Principal.

Qualifications

• Skills required to perform multiple highly complex tasks with a need for periodic skill upgrades.
• Knowledge in basic math, reading technical information, and composing varied documents.
• Ability to schedule activities, gather and classify data, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and develop student success in academic areas.
• Supervise students in classroom and other areas.
• Develop lesson plans and deliver instruction within established curriculum.

Skills

Technical task performance

Assessment instruments application

Office equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in job-related area

Tools

Standard office equipment

Software applications

Job description

Overview

The job of Special Subjects Teacher is done for the purpose of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for developing student success in academics (e.g. reading, writing, language, math, etc.) or skills (e.g. art, music, physical education, etc.); supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students\' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

This job reports to Principal.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job\'s functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

• SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.


• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.


• ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.