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Form of workPosition Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Gifted
Date Posted:
3/14/2024
Location:
Lafayette School
Date Available:
09/01/2024
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Anticipated Opening: TEACHER OF THE GIFTED AND TALENTED
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate.
2.Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods
and developmentally appropriate classroom activities as
related to instruction for pupils identified as Gifted and
talented.
3.Knowledgeable about the characteristics and needs of
pupils identified as Gifted and Talented according to
established district, state and national criteria.
4.Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
5.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
6.Required criminal history background check and proof of
U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
REPORTS TO:Principal
JOB GOAL:To provide an approved program for pupils identified as gifted
and Talented, utilize educational technology, and establish a
school environment that fosters learning and personal growth;
to help pupils develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to
provide a good foundation for continued education; to maintain
good relationships with parents and other staff members; and to
perform a supportive role as a resource for the district's Gifted and
talented programs.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Works to achieve Common Core State Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum Content
Standards, and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning
and skills development in the classroom. Teaches pupils through an approved board
adopted curricula and policies, textbooks and other appropriate learning activities.
2.Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small
group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
3.Designs specific objectives in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries
through presentations to effectively achieve learning objectives.
4.Monitors and assesses pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated
objectives of instruction.
5.Maintains accurate records of pupils educational progress in formats as approved by the
board and summarizes these records for reporting purposes.
6.Identifies pupil needs and collaborates with other professional staff members in
assessing learning problems and developing strategies to promote academic, social and
emotional progress.
7.Establishes a classroom culture for learning by creating an environment of respect and
rapport.
8.Promotes an environment that provides for pupil safety and security. This includes, but
is not limited to, establishing classroom procedures, managing student behavior and
organizing physical space.
9.Utilizes professional and preparation time effectively.
10.Communicates with parents through conferences, web-based technologies, and other
means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress.
11.Uses instructional strategies to engage students in active learning and in promoting
critical thinking skills.
12.Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class as
well as meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils, including
those set forth in a student's IEP or other specialized instructional plans.
13.Grows and develops professionally by reflecting on teaching, participating in relevant
in-service activities and other professional growth opportunities.
14.Contributes to the school and district by participating in school and district level
planning, faculty meetings, committees, and other system-wide groups.
15.Demonstrates and makes effective use of district and community resources to enhance
the instructional program.
16.Utilizes meaningful and appropriate educational technologies to deliver, support and
assess instructional objectives.
17.Works collaboratively with other teachers, professionals, and support staff to meet the
instructional, social and emotional needs of students with varying abilities and diverse
learning styles.
18.Employs a variety of instructional techniques and integrates instructional media, where
possible, to meet students' needs.
19.Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
20.Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may
be assigned by the building administrator.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a ten month position with compensation being determined in accordance with the
appropriate negotiated agreement.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and the
provisions of the board's policy on evaluation.
Elementary School Teaching/Gifted
Date Posted:
3/14/2024
Location:
Lafayette School
Date Available:
09/01/2024
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Anticipated Opening: TEACHER OF THE GIFTED AND TALENTED
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate.
2.Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods
and developmentally appropriate classroom activities as
related to instruction for pupils identified as Gifted and
talented.
3.Knowledgeable about the characteristics and needs of
pupils identified as Gifted and Talented according to
established district, state and national criteria.
4.Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
5.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
6.Required criminal history background check and proof of
U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
REPORTS TO:Principal
JOB GOAL:To provide an approved program for pupils identified as gifted
and Talented, utilize educational technology, and establish a
school environment that fosters learning and personal growth;
to help pupils develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to
provide a good foundation for continued education; to maintain
good relationships with parents and other staff members; and to
perform a supportive role as a resource for the district's Gifted and
talented programs.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Works to achieve Common Core State Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum Content
Standards, and district educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning
and skills development in the classroom. Teaches pupils through an approved board
adopted curricula and policies, textbooks and other appropriate learning activities.
2.Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small
group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
3.Designs specific objectives in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans and carries
through presentations to effectively achieve learning objectives.
4.Monitors and assesses pupil academic progress and personal growth toward stated
objectives of instruction.
5.Maintains accurate records of pupils educational progress in formats as approved by the
board and summarizes these records for reporting purposes.
6.Identifies pupil needs and collaborates with other professional staff members in
assessing learning problems and developing strategies to promote academic, social and
emotional progress.
7.Establishes a classroom culture for learning by creating an environment of respect and
rapport.
8.Promotes an environment that provides for pupil safety and security. This includes, but
is not limited to, establishing classroom procedures, managing student behavior and
organizing physical space.
9.Utilizes professional and preparation time effectively.
10.Communicates with parents through conferences, web-based technologies, and other
means to inform them about the school program and to discuss pupil progress.
11.Uses instructional strategies to engage students in active learning and in promoting
critical thinking skills.
12.Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class as
well as meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils, including
those set forth in a student's IEP or other specialized instructional plans.
13.Grows and develops professionally by reflecting on teaching, participating in relevant
in-service activities and other professional growth opportunities.
14.Contributes to the school and district by participating in school and district level
planning, faculty meetings, committees, and other system-wide groups.
15.Demonstrates and makes effective use of district and community resources to enhance
the instructional program.
16.Utilizes meaningful and appropriate educational technologies to deliver, support and
assess instructional objectives.
17.Works collaboratively with other teachers, professionals, and support staff to meet the
instructional, social and emotional needs of students with varying abilities and diverse
learning styles.
18.Employs a variety of instructional techniques and integrates instructional media, where
possible, to meet students' needs.
19.Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
20.Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may
be assigned by the building administrator.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a ten month position with compensation being determined in accordance with the
appropriate negotiated agreement.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and the
provisions of the board's policy on evaluation.
