Job Posting

TITLE:                                  Teacher

RESPONSIBLE TO:            Building principal and/or other authorized administrator

CERTIFICATION:              Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate and

Highly Qualified

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GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques. 
• Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in the preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents.
• Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation.
• Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real life applications into lesson planning.
• Creates instructional materials and assessment documents that align with learning objectives and delivery of instruction.
• Uses available technology/instructional media to enhance the students’ learning experiences.
• Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists, anecdotal records, portfolios, etc.). Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement.
• Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom and campus management in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
• Establishes positive relationships and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress.
• Produces, utilizes, and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline.
• Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning.
• Communicates an expectation of success for all students.