GENERAL PURPOSE:

To provide and sustain an effective learning environment for every student through well prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success of at-risk students. 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teach assigned courses
•  Provide all necessary documentation for students
• Participate in administrative committees and reports (if paid to do so)
• Participate in professional development activities
• Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons
• Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through a carefully written and approved syllabus
• Identify and refer at-risk students to specific academic support services
• Work with each student through his/her learning process
• Provide interesting and relevant assignments for students that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real-life setting
• Provide fair assessments of all assignments
• Treat each student with value and respect
• Provide timely feedback to students on their work
• Provide clear and timely reports on all students at the completion of a course of study
• Work with Chair to find replacement instructor if needed
• Complete and maintain annual IDP (Individual Development Plan)
• Attend regularly scheduled in-services and content or discipline-specific development activities
• Address individual on-going learning in content area
• Adhere to and publicly support school policies and procedures

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Documented expertise in academic subject area
• Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills, as demonstrated by: data sheet, diplomas, degrees, transcripts, certifications, CVs/Resumes, and in personal interview.

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 2 - 4 years of work experience directly related to teaching discipline
• Master's degree required in subject matter teaching area