CLASSIFICATION: CERTIFIED CLASSROOM JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM TEACHER REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL SALARY: CERTIFIED
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Job Goal The classroom teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum standards and objectives into meaningful learning experiences through classroom instruction and indirectly through special area assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's/Master's Degree
AZ Teaching Certificate
AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Appropriately Certified
Core Job Functions
Communicates learning goals to students in a well-planned, organized manner using clear and precise language
Prepare and deliver instruction appropriate to the student population including curriculum that addresses learning styles, abilities, interests, behavior problems and student with special needs
Create lesson plans describing daily learning experiences correlated with approved curriculum and State and District standards
Use available technology to enhance learning
Use district and state assessment data to improve instruction and place students in appropriate instructional and intervention programs
Facilitate instruction based on current research-based best practices
Effectively implement Individual Education Plans
Establish classroom routines to promote a positive environment conducive to effective instruction
Participate in team reviews concerning academic progress of low performing students
Document and resolve issues related to student behavior problems and attendance
Reflect on teaching and strive to improve professional competence
Assume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Maintain accurate, complete, legible and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
Participate in intervention process at sites
Participate in school-wide events, scheduled meetings and parent conferences
Participate in school and District initiatives
Assume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision or other planning and professional assignments
Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the District or school siteCore Values/Professional Qualities
Promote positive interactions with colleagues
Promote positive interactions with students and parents
Be responsible, reliable and punctual
Be flexible and adaptable to change
Positively accept direction
Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
Exercise positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
Share sensitive student and staff information on a need to know basis
Be a positive role model for students
Adhere to District and school rules and procedures
Physical Requirements
Positions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing, reaching, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Employees may be subject to travel, body fluids, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and intense noise. Employees may be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.