Teacher Art (Elementary)

FLSA Status : E

Days of Work : 190

SPARTANBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT SEVEN SOUTH CAROLINA

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : ELEMENTARY TEACHER - Art

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under limited supervision employs classroom management techniques that result in an atmosphere for teaching / learning in which students can know what they are expected to do. Gives instruction to the students in the areas assigned by the principal. Reports to the Principal.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Has a prepared lesson plan that is sufficient for instructing the lesson.

Exercises proper care of materials and equipment.

Communicates needs of the classroom to the proper personnel.

Arrives for work at the assigned hour and does not leave before the assigned time.

Communicates appropriately and effectively with other staff members parents students and with administration.

Accepts assistance advice and guidance from people responsible for supervising his / her performance and makes a concerted effort toward improving or refining skills.

Shares ideas plans materials and facilities.

Alert to the districts schools and his / her own goals and priorities and seeks professional development appropriate to theseneeds.

Keeps in confidence information that has been obtained in the course of professional service unless disclosure serves professional purpose or is required by law.

The teacher in his / her association with others respects the rights feelings and differences among individuals and communicates directly with the person(s) involved in any situation.

While exercising his / her contractual responsibilities complies with those state and local restrictions pertaining to the use of controlled substances tobacco products alcohol and dress.

Does not verbally or physically harass students.

Does not use profanity in the presence of students.

Does not have any sexual contact with students.

Standards -

• Classroom Management

The teacher begins the class

The teacher chooses appropriate materials and / or equipment for teaching a

Planning for Instruction - Plan effectively with respect to establishing teaching strategies which allow the attainment by the students of the lessons behavioral objective.

Teaching the Lesson - Recognizes student differences in needs abilities and interests and imparts instruction so that these differences are met.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors degree or above. Valid South Carolina teachers certificate in the assigned teaching area. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Essential Functions :

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.

Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students and state standards in the subject area.

Establishes clear objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.

Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Provides for a programmed system of homework to support and reinforce daily learning activities.

Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate for students.

Writes lesson plans daily and long-term

Utilizes technology to enhance student learning.

Maintains a current teaching certificate and highly qualified status based on the No Child Left Behind guidelines.

Strives to implement by instruction and action the Districts philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis seeking the assistance of District specialists as required.

Takes all the necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.

Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law District policy and administrative regulation.

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Provide full willing and helpful cooperation in carrying out all reasonable instructions or extra assignments which are given by the principal before during and after the school day

Record accurately the number of students present and absent each day in the manner prescribed by the principal.

Follow the curriculum standards and local course of study to follow rules and regulations of the state and policies of the local Board and to follow administrative procedures at the school and system level.

Maintain positive relationships with the home parent(s) and the community.

Keep parent(s) duly informed of the childs progress (through a variety of methods) and hold conference with parents and appropriate others as necessary.

Responsible for reporting any reasonable suspicions related to a childs health or welfare because of abuse or neglect to the appropriate state / community agency as well as the principal.

Abide by the SC Teacher Code of Ethics.

Participate in appropriate and required staff development sessions at the school and / or system level.

Ensure that the use of the districts resources (time money people) are used in the most strategic and effective way possible.

Report all accidents / injuries on the required form to the principal in a timely manner.

Properly supervise students.

Keep a current class record and submit it to the principal upon request and at the end of the year.

Keep a complete cumulative record on each child.

Maintain a clean orderly safe classroom

Administer appropriate assessments record scores on cumulate records interpret test scores as needed and analyze assessment data to improve instruction and student learning

Plan prepare implement assess instructional lessons that teach the standards and are appropriate for individual student needs

Maintain proper classroom and school order that supports student learning

DISCLAIMER : This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Spartanburg School District Seven does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race religion sex color disability age national origin or any other applicable status protected by local state or federal law. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by law.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Computer Operation,EDI,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Cordova,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1