Elementary Teacher 4th/5th Grade Combo

POSITION: Elementary School Teacher
REPORTS TO: School Director CALENDAR: School/Teacher
FLSA: Salaried/Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION:

To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.

EMPLOYMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree

· Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license

· Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA

· Appropriate criminal record as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

· Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills

· Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data

· Ability to administer, score, and interpret a test of individual achievement

· Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education model curriculum and Ohio’s New Learning Standards

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

A teacher shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the following broad areas: instruction, classroom management, professional attitudes and growth, and personal characteristics.

A. Instructional Skills/Abilities
In the area of instructional skills and ability, a teacher shall:

· Demonstrate evidence of effective planning

· Demonstrate skill in a variety of methods and techniques to meet student needs

· Have a thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught

· Create an inviting learning environment

· Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials

· Be receptive to new ideas

· Be enthusiastic

· Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word

· Teach social thinking and social skills to students

· Evaluate and report student progress on the approved reporting tool and as scheduled

· Follow Summit Academy’s Instructional Design

B. Classroom Management
In the area of classroom management, a teacher shall:

· Establish and maintain positive rapport with people

· Establish and maintain a classroom routine

· Establish teacher expectation of students

· Uphold school rules

· Implement PBIS Behavior System

C. Professional Attitude and Relationships
In the areas of professional relationships, a teacher shall:

· Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff

· Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner

· Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards:

o Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public

D. Professional Growth
In the area of professional relationships, a teacher shall show evidence of a positive attitude towards:

· Show evidence of participation in professional improvement activities

· Participate on school and/or district-wide curriculum committees

· Plan, implement, and complete an IPDP as prescribed by the LPDC

· Participate in OTES

E. Personal Characteristics
In the area of personal characteristics, a teacher shall:

§ Maintain professional behavior

§ Dress professionally

All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO of Summit Academy Management.