Hogan Preparatory Academy
Job Description
Job Title: Classroom Teacher - Middle School Science
Reports To: Assistant/Principal
Contract: Ten Months (Academic School Year)
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform successfully, an individual must:
- making knowledge accessible to ALL students
- develop students cognitive capacity and respect for learning
- foster students' self-esteem, motivation, and sense of civic responsibility.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
The classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of the Hogan Preparatory Academy, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria:
- The minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- A valid Missouri Teacher's Certificate (5-9 Middle School Science).
- A completed credential file that meets HoganPreparatory Academy standards.
- Able to pass an extensive background check.
- Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
- Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Classroom Teacher will:
- plan for and guide the learning process to help students achieve program objectives.
- maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures.
- select and uses effective instructional methods and learning materials.
- establish a cooperative relationship with all assigned students.
- maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians.
- engage in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job-related knowledge and skill development.
- work collaboratively to achieve the overall purposes of the school program.
- provide other duties as assigned.
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. |