Online Middle School English

POSITION: Online Middle School Teacher

CATEGORY: Certified

DEPARTMENT: English

LOCATION: Online School

REPORTS TO: School Principal

SUMMARY: To provide students with a virtual, interactive, daily, and ongoing instructional program that will provide for them the best possible academic knowledge and skills. To promote academic, social, and citizenship development through leadership and virtual classroom supervision.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare for assigned virtual classes
• Design virtual lessons using a variety of district approved programs and software applications with an appropriate level of difficulty and which provide content in a logical and sequential manner
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs of a virtual classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups assigned
• Meet and instruct assigned classes the times designated
• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
• Analyze and interpret student data to develop and modify instructional activities
• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Implement the Idaho Core Standards, as well as the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives in lesson plans, virtual classroom instruction, unit planning, and assessments
• Devise virtual assignments that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts, and use them to evaluate student progress on a regular basis
• Prepare students academically for all district, state, and federal testing
• Display command of the subject matter
• Budget instructional time effectively
• Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
• Establish and communicate rules and expectations, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of behavior
• Engage children in conversation to encourage language development
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms. Assist students and parents with technical support requests relating to the course interface.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, and materials
• Prepare participatory lesson plans and establish course goals
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings
• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with special education teachers as needed
• Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, curriculum, objectives, and methods
• Provide needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records in accordance with applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
• Input data in a timely fashion
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications
• Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Education And/Or Experience

• Idaho Teacher Certification in Secondary Education with an endorsement in appropriate content area and meets HQT standards, required.
• Idaho Teacher Certification in Secondary Education with multiple endorsement in appropriate content areas, preferred.
• Highly Qualified Science Teacher per the standards set forth by Nampa School District, required.
• Bachelor degree required.
• Teaching or student teaching at appropriate grade level preferred.
• Two to six years of teaching experience in Middle or High School preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong background in teaching methods, appropriate activities, and effective virtual classroom management
• Strong background in federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to education
• Knowledge of the diverse needs of children
• The ability to work with and a track record of success with diverse students including those with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
• Ability to engage and instruct students in a virtual classroom
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
• Strong background in curriculum and the Idaho Core Standards
• Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction
• Able to maintain a positive environment and high standards of conduct for students and peers
• Treats all students with fairness and equality
• Experience in test evaluation and measurements of achievement
• Demonstrated proficiency in programs and applications utilized in the virtual education program
• Knowledge and proven ability in positive behavior management
• Skilled in the use of internet, email, Microsoft Office, and other pertinent educational software systems (attendance, gradebook, grade reporting, etc.)
• Ability to work well with parents and community members
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Willingness to go above and beyond
• Capable of interpreting policy, procedures, and data
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Works well with students, staff, and the public
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work under deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
• Capable of interpreting policy, procedures, and data
• Willingness to be held accountable for student results
  
  

Qualification Requirements

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance, instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students and/or employees of the district.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS: Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding instructional practice and discipline.

PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS: Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to conduct basic math functions and manipulate formulas in spreadsheets as needed.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office), spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), presentation software. Knowledge and understanding of pedagogical requirements for a virtual classroom.

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 this 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 continuously required to sit; walk and stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

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 individual’s disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside.

SALARY: According to Certified Teacher Salary Schedule

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 170 day calendar assignment

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.