SUMMARY:  This position provides educational instruction in assigned area(s) of specialty, grade and program level in compliance with approved academic standards and curriculum for the School District.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises, coordinates, prioritizes and schedules the daily instructional activities functions and staff for assigned grade, program or specialty area; may interview, recommend hires, train, evaluate work performance and discipline Instructional Assistants in accordance with District personnel policies and procedures
• Maintains and updates students grade, attendance, report cards, files and records
• Meets special needs as provided in Individual Education Plan for assigned students
• Prepares daily lesson plans
• Prepares classroom, learning and activity centers; teaches and assesses students' current skills
• Follows established curriculum and standards for classroom educational activities
• Provides learning instruction to assist students in mastering required materials
• Researches, gathers and creates supplemental materials and resources in assigned subject areas
• Partners and coordinates instruction with outside resources
• Monitors student activities before and after school, during recess/playground and lunch as assigned
• Monitors Instructional Assistants providing clerical support, individual and group activities and instruction
• Grades and records homework, classwork and tests
• Sets up and meets with parents to discuss or develop programs to meet individual student needs
• Develops and implements behavioral and educational programs in conjunction with multi-disciplinary team

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of district rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of age/subject appropriate educational materials, curriculum standards, classroom discipline and behavioral management methods
• Knowledge of principles of confidential and regulatory school records and files management practices
• Knowledge of supervisory and training practices and procedures
• Knowledge of customer service methods and techniques
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently
• Skill in gathering, planning and developing age, ability level, subject specific materials and lesson plans
• Skill in restraining out-of-control students and implementing behavioral modification programs
• Skill in implementing educational curriculum, standards and licensing requirements for assigned program
• Skill in written and oral communications
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in area of assignment
• Must possess AZ State Department Teacher Certification with endorsements in area(s) of assignment
• Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance
  • Maintain requirements for access to Fort Huachuca

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

Computer Proficiency:  Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms.  Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting and/or carrying up to 30 pounds. May be required to restrain students with behavioral problems, change clothing and diapers, lift and/or transfer students from wheelchairs to special seating.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor environment.  The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times.  May be exposed to infectious diseases and body fluid borne pathogens.

Contact with employees, students and public.