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School Age Teacher
Career Insights for Middle / High School Teacher (Other)
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What they do
A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$60,820 / year median in Ohio
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Coordinate and implement educational school age program by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, physical, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Assist and facilitate the successful completion of child's homework.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, daily reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Lead by example; encourage the school age team success through modeling and coaching.
- Supervise school age leader assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
- Ensure all program policies and state regulations are met.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain both personal and staff professional development plans to ensure continuous quality improvement. Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- A strong understanding of child development. Start date will be mid august.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening. Working hours from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Educational Requirements
- High school diploma