Preparing for College & Careers - 185 Days; Regular Teaching Contract

JOB TITLE

Classroom teacher - PCC

TYPE OF POSITION

Certified

REPORTS TO

Principal

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

The primary function of the classroom teacher is to teach the student skills, knowledge, concepts, generalizations, principles, appreciations, and attitudes pertinent to the teacher's area (s) of academic certification while contributing to the development of the student's sense of self-worth and development as a productive member of society.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Assesses individual student and class needs. Preparing for College and Careers addresses the knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students need to be prepared for success in college, career, and life. The focus of the course is the impact of today's choices on tomorrow's possibilities. Topics to be addressed include twenty- first century life and career skills; higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes; exploration of personal aptitudes, interests, values, and goals; examining multiple life roles and responsibilities as individuals and family members; planning and building employability skills; transferring school skills to life and work; and managing personal resources. This course includes reviewing the national career clusters and Indiana's College and Career Pathways, in- depth investigation of one or more pathways, reviewing graduation plans, exploring postsecondary options and making career plans, and developing personal and career portfolios. A project based approach, including computer and technology applications, cooperative ventures between school and community, simulations, and real world experiences is recommended. Determines appropriate learning objectives for the class, and follows the objectives of the program and course of study adopted by the W.C.S.C. Plans appropriate learning experiences for students and files such plans as required. Plans group and individual instruction that provides for the differences of individuals and groups and responds positively to requests for help by students. Makes clear, practical demonstrations and explanations that complement the goals and objectives adopted by the corporation. Creates an effective classroom learning environment. Monitors students' progress and evaluates students' achievement of the objectives and goals of the program. Reports individual student's progress to parents and school personnel through the preparation of grade reports and/or the holding of conferences. Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities of the school district and/or selects appropriate professional growth activities. Reviews and selects necessary instructional materials and supplies utilizing instructional displays, tools, and bulletin boards where available. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior in the classroom and on school property providing available information to the administration when necessary to assist in student due process. Keeps accurate records and reports, meets timelines, and maintains appropriate confidentiality when necessary. Administers standardized tests in accordance with the school district's testing program. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school or school district. Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals assigned to the teacher. Works cooperatively with staff, administration, colleagues, and parents.

QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate certification as required by the Indiana Department of Education. Ability to plan and organize. Skills in human relations. Ability to communicate effectively before groups of students and parents. Other qualifications as deemed desirable by the School Board.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There are no environmental hazards indicated for this position.

TERMS:

Length of year and rate of pay to be determined by the School Board.

EVALUATION

Evaluation of performance on this job will be in accordance with the provision in the policy handbook