*Rural Opportunity Zone 
ELA teacher

 

Immediate Supervisor:  Building Principal/Assistant Principal

  

Qualifications:

The classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department of Education.  In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of U.S.D. #480, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria:

• The minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Kansas Teacher’s Certificate (applicable level-area endorsements preferred).
• ESOL Endorsement preferred ($500.00 annual stipend bonus for Kansas ESOL licensed employees)
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Communicates high expectations to all learners
• Incorporates appropriate use of technology
• Effectively implements the district-adopted curriculum
• Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design
• Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction
• Administers standardized test in accordance with district testing protocol
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experiences
• Maintains up-to-date records of student progress
• Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment
• Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships
• Supports the District’s educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner
• Maintains confidentiality
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may assign