Teacher

River Delta Unified School District•Courtland, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

DEFINITION To plan, prepare and implement lesson plans for assigned classes; to provide instruction, to evaluate student progress and provide special assistance as appropriate; and to perform related duties as outlined by California Education Code and District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Principal. Exercises functional and technical supervision over instruction support staff. ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS -- Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential Functions: 1. Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote and encourage a positive and learning environment. 2. Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students. 3. Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices. 4. Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitively and qualitatively evaluated; prepare tests and assignments; correct papers and monitor student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards. 5. Assist in the identification, assessments, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; participate in the development in student goals. 6. Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess test results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities. 7. Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for assigned class according to Board and District Policy. 8. Communicate with parents and students regarding the educational and social progress of students; identify areas for and methods for improvement. 9. Supervise students; enforce District and school rules, regulations, policies and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary. 10. Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of changes and new developments related to teaching techniques and other techniques that have proven successful in the classroom. 11. Attend regular in-service training. Marginal Functions: 1. Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties. 2. Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment. 3. Participate in extracurricular activities. 4. Procure and order supplies and equipment. 5. Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of standard instructional methods and techniques.
Knowledge of teaching principles and practices.
Knowledge of curriculums for assigned grade level.
Knowledge of pertinent, Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of recent developments, current literature and information related to curriculum.
Knowledge of assessment techniques to identify and resolve student problems.
Ability to prepare and implement lesson plans.
Ability to learn and provide assistance to students requiring special medical assistance.
Ability to assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material.
Ability to motivate Students
Ability to work effectively with students and parents.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking or standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment.
Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment.
Ability to maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Possession of a valid Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Responsibilities

Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote and encourage a positive and learning environment.
Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students.
Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices.
Establish standards of student performance which can be quantitively and qualitatively evaluated; prepare tests and assignments; correct papers and monitor student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.
Assist in the identification, assessments, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; participate in the development in student goals.
Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess test results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities.
Develop goals and prepare and implement specific objectives for assigned class according to Board and District Policy.
Communicate with parents and students regarding the educational and social progress of students; identify areas for and methods for improvement.
Supervise students; enforce District and school rules, regulations, policies and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary.
Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of changes and new developments related to teaching techniques and other techniques that have proven successful in the classroom.
Attend regular in-service training.
Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties.
Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
Participate in extracurricular activities.
Procure and order supplies and equipment.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.