San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School Academy Job Description – Teacher Basic Function Perform the day to day activities associated with presentation of the curriculum of the school program to the students of the corps. I) DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Administrative: • Understand and be committed to San Jose Conservation Corps vision, mission and objectives • Have a clear understanding of the Corps Board role and function. • Understand and be committed to the Charter School vision, mission and objectives • Design and utilize class roster/report attendance in accordance with establishes rules and policies • Perform written monthly assessment of failing student progress • Prepare progress reports and other administrative reports as necessary • Maintain work samples and required log sheets in accordance with established Charter School policies and procedures • Be involved in and support extra-curricular activities in order to promote a positive Charter School program Instruction: • Design and develop course curriculum and materials for all courses • Provide instruction appropriate to varying educational abilities within each classroom setting • Understand the variety of learning styles and techniques in the classroom • Have knowledge and awareness of factors which may limit student progress such as socio-economic, psychological emotional and/or learning disabilities • Liase with field supervisors as required • Provide relevant educational; lessons for students on work site • Organize, attend and supervise field trips as appropriate Advising/Case Management: • Schedule time to meet with students individually • Assist with placement of students in appropriate intervention programs • Support students in situations that may interfere with successful completion of educational programs (court appearances, etc…) Personal Development • Be a positive role model for all students; present a positive image of yourself and the Charter School to the community • Continually pursue growth and professional development • Attend staff development sessions in accordance with established pollicies and procedures • Attend professional conferences and seminars as approved; continually seek learning experiences II) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: • All subject matters to be presented • Operation, procedures terminology, specific rules and precedents of Charter School program • Policies and objectives of Charter School program • School organization, operations policies and objectives • Laws, rules and regulations related to Charter School activities • Operation of office machines including computers and specifies software applications • Statistical record keeping • Modern office practices, procedures and equipment • Interpersonal skills issuing tact, patience and courtesy • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary • Telephone technique and etiquette • Applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws III) ABILITY TO: • Perform a variety of responsible and specialized academic and administrative works • Assist the Principal with administrative matters requiring knowledge of Charter School policies, procedures and related codes and laws • Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulation, policies and procedures • Exercise independent judgement and analysis to coordinate operation • Maintain records and prepare reports • Operate a variety of office equipment including word processor, computer, printer, FAX machine, copier, etc… • Work independently • Establish and maintain cooperative an effective working relationships with others • Analyze situations accurately and adopt and effective course of action • Meet schedules and time lines • Work confidentially with discretion • Make arrangement and attend meetings, workshops and conferences • Complete work with many interruptions