Must have a current KY Teaching Certificate to be considered for this position.

CLASS TITLE:         8th Grade Science Teacher

PRIMARY  FUNCTION:To educate all students substantially and effectively by:

Demonstrating Professional Leadership           Assessing and Communicating Learning Results

Demonstrating Knowledge of Content              Reflecting/Evaluating Teaching/Learning

Designing and Planning Instruction                  Collaborating with Colleagues/Parents/Others

Creating and Maintaining Learning Climate      Engaging in Professional Development

Implementing and Managing Instruction           Demonstrating Implementation of Technology

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Implements all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education and the School SBDM Council.

• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation, pertaining to teacher and students.

• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives and assessments for all lessons, units, and communicates these objectives to students.

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

• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.

• Takes precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

• Strives to improve professional competence and collaboration with colleagues and communities.

• Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees, and performs duties prescribed by the principal and by Board of Education and School SBDM Policies.

• Promotes positive public relations for the school’s programs and activities.

• Contacts the principal or the designated representative as soon as possible when the teacher must be absent from school.

• Remains at school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or the designated representative.

• Maintains a professional appearance as an example for students.

• Incorporates the use of technology in daily tasks.

• Maintains regular attendance.

• Adheres to the Professional Code of Ethics

   

   

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

   

  -Valid State Teaching Certificate for Specific Subject Area and/or Grade Level

   

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

185 days.  Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:  Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.