Elementary 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 Investigations

• 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 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:

• 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.