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K-12 Teacher at Washoe County School District - NV

Application Deadline

Continuous

Date Posted
8/25/2017
Contact
Human Resources
775-348-0321
Number of Openings
10
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Teacher Salary Scale
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   
CLASSROOM TEACHER Job Description SUMMARY DESCRIPTION Under the general supervision of an administrator, a classroom teacher will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit. The teacher may teach one or more subjects. EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Planning and Preparation * Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources * Sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners * Designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards Classroom Environment * Creates an environment of respect and rapport * Organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource-rich environment * Manages classroom procedures and student behavior * Establishes a culture for learning * Demonstrates cultural competency Instruction * Communicates learning expectations to students * Engages students in learning * Utilizes questioning and discussion techniques * Embeds assessment in instruction * Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness * Demonstrates familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Professional Responsibilities * Maintains accurate records * Reflects on teaching * Supports family and community partnerships * Participates in a professional community * Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct

Requirements / Qualifications

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience in teaching would provide the required knowledge and skills are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Education: Bachelor's Degree from and accredited college or university with student teaching experience and the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license. Knowledge of: Child development; behavior and characteristics of students; subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g., special education, math, science, etc.); effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; interpersonal relations. Skill at: Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members. The ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement. License/Certificates: Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/and or grade level. Special Considerations: When selected for Department chair of a high school, additional pay will be provided based on number of teachers supervised.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience in teaching would provide the required knowledge and skills are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Education: Bachelor's Degree from and accredited college or university with student teaching experience and the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license. Knowledge of: Child development; behavior and characteristics of students; subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g., special education, math, science, etc.); effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; interpersonal relations. Skill at: Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members. The ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement. License/Certificates: Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/and or grade level. Special Considerations: When selected for Department chair of a high school, additional pay will be provided based on number of teachers supervised.