Credit Recovery Teacher

OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY The educator is the primary instructional delivery person in the classroom.
Student achievement and growth are primarily dependent on the work and efforts of the classroom teacher.
The position is demanding, varied and complex.
The classroom teacher must be a relationship builder, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be well trained in content knowledge and teaching strategies.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A SPECIALIZATIONS N/A PRIMARY DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Curriculum Planning and Delivery Deliver exceptional standards-based instruction in assigned content area(s) and grade level(s) that ensures academic growth for ALL students online and in-person Develop daily, and unit lesson plans that are thoughtful, goal-oriented and aligned with the curriculum and the AZ State Standards Communicate regularly with parents and be available for Open Houses, Parent-Teacher Conferences and other events involving parents Be available to provide students with academic support before and after school Develop and implement detailed plans that support student learning, in keeping with the school’s priorities and structures: (EX: Portfolio creation; Passage/ Graduation Presentation preparation; internship support; wellness planning; student-led conference preparation; exhibition of student work preparation; culture building) Continuously collect student data and analyze to drive classroom instruction (formative and summative assessesments) Collaborate with colleagues to create and implement interdisciplinary standard-based project learning when necessary Incorporate core curriculum and instructional practice into daily lessons and units Classroom Management Develop appropriate positive relationships with students, including explicit recognition of their growth (e.
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, positive calls home, positive notes, etc.
) Consistently implement the school-wide student management policies within classrooms and everywhere on campus Utilize restorative justice practices per school expectations Assessment Regularly assess student mastery of key skills and concepts and use this data to differentiate instruction to meet student needs Maintain accurate, thorough records of student achievement and behavioral performance and complete Progress Reports and Report Cards promptly and as scheduled Monitor student progress closely on Edgenuity and during in-person instruction to ensure that students are on track to meet their academic goals Participate in data analysis meetings Facilitate 1-on-1 conferences with students frequently to support students on the path to mastery Professional Development Master the necessary content knowledge and skills to successfully teach assigned content area(s) and grade level(s) Punctually attend, and positively contribute at all daily and/or weekly staff meetings Grow as a professional educator with classes/workshops for professional development (in specific areas of interest and/or need) and coaching and feedback from Principal and peers Participate in ongoing professional development, which includes participating in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) focusing on effective instructional practice Attend content area and school team meetings focusing on assessment, curriculum development, and instructional practice Participate in professional growth meetings with the principal MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES A Bachelors Degree or Master’s degree in education or content area required Highly qualified in content area or knowledgeable in content area Comprehensive knowledge of AZ College and Career Ready State Standards Must possess a valid Class 1 or Class 2 Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by Arizona Department of Public Safety Willingness to collaborate with colleagues in planning for academic improvement in academic areas other than your own, as needed Willingness to teach multiple grades and subject levels Willingness to differentiate instruction Willingness to oversee/ advise extracurricular activities (student clubs, intramural sports, music instruction, etc.
) Willingness to work with students before or after school to support their academic growth Experience utilizing community experts and community resources to enhance content instruction preferred Experience building student and parent relationships to improve student achievement Experience working with an underserved student population (Preferred) PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Position requirements: Requires vision and hearing and the ability to speak, write, print, and draw.
Work in the job involves being active at all times in the classroom.
Requires moving from one location to another.
Other physical activity includes reaching, stooping, bending, holding, grasping and lifting heavy objects.
Visual weakness must not prohibit the performing of assigned duties.
Verbal communicative ability required.
Working conditions: Indoor classroom environment and some outdoor activities away from the primary work environment.
All weather conditions/temperatures.
Contact with the public, employees, children, and parents.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended or is implied to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.
To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
All employees are accountable for understanding and complying with all corporate policies and procedures as well as any program specific policies and procedures.
Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
This job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.