Job Description:
The teacher will plan, organize and present instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development. The teacher has materials, supplies, and equipment for each lesson ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity; gets the class started quickly; gets students on task quickly at the beginning of each lesson; maintains a high level of student time-on-task. The teacher has established a set of rules and procedures that govern the handling of routine administrative matters. The teacher begins lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous materials; introduces the lesson or instructional activity and specific learning objectives when appropriate. The teacher has an instructional plan which is compatible with the school and system-wide curricular goals. The teacher treats all students in a fair and equitable manner; interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, and community. The teacher carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as need is perceived; adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations; follows a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth.