Position Summary
Perform professional classroom teaching work.
Responsibilities
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
Provide instruction in the core curriculum area(s) for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to students.
Support the Minnesota Graduation Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned.
Evaluate student performance in accordance with system used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
Maintain contact and communications with parents of students and work with them in the academic development of the student; participate in parent teacher conferences.
Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
Continue to seek professional growth and development in the curriculum area(s) for which employed; attend professional development required by the District.
Contribute to the District's inclusive workplace efforts by fostering a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the core curriculum area(s) the teacher is responsible for instructing.
Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities.
Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles.
Knowledge of instructional technologies.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (continued)
Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
Strong interpersonal skills to include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and writing.
Ability to plan and implement lessons based upon district and school's goals and objectives.
Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
Ability to evaluate student performance and to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment.
Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid teaching license for the appropriate grade level and subject area issued by the Minnesota Department of Education.