RESPONSIBILITIES: The Independent Study Teacher/Coordinator will provide oversight for the Independent Study Program under the supervision of the Alternative Education Principal. The following are some of the responsibilities of this position: • Coordinate staff schedules and duties. • Provide assistance/direction/training to staff as needed. • Coordinate IEP compliance between Special Ed staff and Rocklin Independent Studies. • Work with the Alternative Education Center counselor to support students in post-graduate planning, meeting deadlines, etc. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Bachelor's Degree with valid California Teaching Credential authorizing service in assigned grade and subject. Membership and dues in Rocklin Teachers’ Professional Association/CTA is required. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching experience at grade level or subject area; CLAD certificate; Master's Degree and/or post graduate course work. SUPERVISOR: Principal TYPICAL DUTIES: Provide learning environment that allows for individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student. Identify, prescribe, and select materials; meet instructional needs of assigned students. Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitatively and qualitatively evaluated. Assist specialists in identification, assessment, and resolution of special student problems. Administer group tests in accord with district or school testing programs. Utilize results of testing program for identifying student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities. Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for class according to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations. Goals are to be consistent with philosophy of goals for district. Develop and implement lesson plans which are consistent with district policy and guidelines. Develop knowledge and skills essential to effectively teach students in grade assigned. Participate in development and implementation of district and school curriculum. Attend workshops and college classes to keep up-to-date on changing methods and procedures. Attend required meetings called by administrators or grade level chairmen. Maintain behavioral climate in classroom conducive to learning. Communicate with students and parents on educational and social progress of student; interpret school program to parents and students. Adhere to California Ed Code, Title V, and carry out Board Policies and Administrative Regulations. Abide by professional ethics standards established by Board Policy. Demonstrate mutual respect and dignity. Work cooperatively with entire school staff to promote effective student learning experiences. Plan and coordinate the work of teacher aides, teacher assistants, and para-professionals. Maintain punctuality for all prescribed functions. Prepare required forms, maintain accurate pupil academic records, attendance records, and cumulative student progress and achievement records and reports. Maintain functional learning environments, including orderliness of equipment and materials assigned to classroom. Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct pupils in proper use and preservation of school property; maintain records which establish student accountability for assigned school property. Assume responsibility for safety and welfare of students. Be responsible for immediate interior and exterior supervision during passing periods, recess, before and after school. Be accountable for supervision as assigned by principal. Actively participate in extra-curricular activities. Supervise pupils in extra-curricular activities as designated by administrator. Share in sponsorship of student activities. Participate cooperatively in development of school and grade level budgets. THE ROCKLIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE, SEX OR DISABILITY IN ITS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, OR EMPLOYMENT. ALL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE OFFERED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX OR DISABILITY. The Rocklin Unified School District maintains a tobacco-free, drug-free environment