JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS: BA with appropriate endorsement for position
REPORTS TO: HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
SUPERVISES: Classroom
JOB GOAL: To provide the collaborative learning environment necessary to assure students master necessary 21st Century Skills in order to be productive and responsible citizens.
EVALUATION: High School Principal
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs duties in accordance with the current written agreement established between the Board of Education and the bargaining unit.
2. Participates fully in the Professional Learning Community (PLC) process.
3. Fidelity and active participation within the PLC team in response to the unpacking of standards, team-developed common formative assessments, team analysis of data, and collectively providing interventions and extension.
4. Works collaboratively to achieve Clinton Community School District’s mission and vision.
5. Participates in Peer Review to improve instruction.
6. Implements all phases of Gradual Release of Responsibility instructional framework.
7. Meets and instructs classes in the locations and at the times designated by the class/master schedule of the building.
8. Develops both short and long-term lesson plans for each course taught and demonstrates evidence of adequate preparation and planning.
9. Bases instruction on specific learning targets derived from the Iowa Core.
10. Develops material for varied learning styles, including large group, small group, remedial instruction & enrichment to meet the needs of each individual student.
11. Teaches the assigned instructional program using the adopted resources, planning for, and evaluating of the same.
12. Establishes high expectations that enable students to achieve a level of excellence.
13. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior necessary to provide a productive learning atmosphere in the classroom.
14. Builds positive relationships with students in order to promote a safe, supportive learning environment.
15. Takes appropriate disciplinary action for students exhibiting misconduct, and refers cases to the building administration or other appropriate staff when such is necessary for effective corrective measures.
16. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day and at other school-approved events.
17. Provides guidance to each student, thus promoting his/her welfare and educational development. Cooperates with the guidance staff in implementing guidance activities and make use of their services.
18. Administers and monitors standardized tests, following acceptable testing protocols.
19. Participates on faculty, curriculum and departmental committees and other developmental programs.
20. Informs parents of student growth and social development, excessive absence, tardiness, unsatisfactory work and behavior.
21. Respects the personality and individuality of students and keeps inviolate their confidences.
22. Cooperates with the attendance department in the child accounting function.
23. Requisitions the necessary instructional material at the proper time.
24. Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
25. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve academic, social, physical and emotional needs. 26. Creates and maintains an environment for effective learning.
27. Demonstrates concern for and sensitivity to the needs of all regardless of their age, color, creed, national origin, race, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical attributes, physical or mental ability or disability, ancestry, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, or familial status.
28. Works courteously and cooperatively with other staff members regardless of their age, color, creed, national origin, race, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical attributes, physical or mental ability or disability, ancestry, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, or familial status.
29. Effectively implements the goals and objectives of the district’s multi-cultural, non-sexist educational plan in his/her area.
30. Performs such other duties as are assigned by authorized representatives of the Board of Education.
