26-27 Late Elementary Classroom Teacher

Each Classroom Teacher is responsible for advancing Herron Preparatory Academys mission and embodying our core values by ensuring all scholars have access to quality classical education that leads to systematic academic achievement and strong character development. The person in this role builds relationships based on trust and respect with scholars families and HPA staff members; directly leads our scholars learning by setting clear high standards for scholars academic and behavioral expectations; planning lessons that engage scholars curiosity and interest; evaluates effectiveness and adjusts instructional strategies based on scholars performance and models the HPA Habits we strive to instill in all of our scholars. Taken together our classroom teachers are integral to ensuring scholars rapidly progress toward and ultimately attain mastery of grade-level academic standards and exceed our behavioral expectations.

As HPA continues growing next year current HPA scholars are moving up and require us to add an additional classroom in our elementary school next year. Great candidates will have a track record of student achievement and building relationships with children in late elementary grades.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.

• A contract year includes 180 instructional days and up to 10 professional development days.

2. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and is consistent with Herrons Core Values and Herron Preps vision for student culture.

3. Together with scholars set support and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.

4. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to differentiate instruction and meet student needs that lead to college-readiness measured by ILEARN proficiency.

5. Participate in grade-level meetings and utilize student data to inform instruction.

6. Regularly evaluate student progress and collaborate with colleagues to adjust instruction in response to student needs.

7. Take reasonable precautions to protect scholars equipment materials and facilities.

8. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and policies.

9. Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with scholars and their parents concerning student academic and behavioral progress.

10. Attend scheduled faculty meetings professional development meetings and other sessions as determined by Herron Preps leadership team and Herrons executive leadership team.

11. Attend evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation Meet the Teacher Night Parent / Teacher Conferences and Open Houses. The dates of these events are listed on the Master Calendar.

12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues.

2. Demonstrate respect for colleagues.

3. Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.

4. Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.

5. Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.

Minimum Required Qualications

Preferred Qualications

Diversity & Inclusion Embracing a Culture of Respect

Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced respected and valued.

HCS Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools through action and in partnership with families and community will uphold the values policies and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures hiring practices and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity justice equitable treatment and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace. Link to full Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender sex gender identity disability religion ancestry national or ethnic origin or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local state or federal law in the administration of its educational policies behavior policies admissions policies scholarship and loan programs food service hiring practices and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Herron Classical Schools Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools abides by the Indiana Civil Rights Laws (I.C. 22-9-1) Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964) the Equal Pay Act of 1973 Title IX (Educational Amendments) Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USCS .). Complaints regarding acts of sexual discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX requirements should be filed with Herron Classical Schools Title IX Coordinator Karen Lalioff by email by phone at x1113 or by filling out a Report of Harassment form available from Student Services or any school administrator. Inquiries regarding compliance by Herron Classical Schools with Title IX and other civil rights laws may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator Herron High School 110 E. 16th Street Indianapolis IN 46202 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 111 North Canal Street Suite 1053 Chicago IL 60606-7204

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