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Form of workThis position is at our new District Site, Fort Connect. Fort Connect is an application based program for High School students who would benefit from a non-traditional approach to learning with a more hands-on, smaller group approach. Teachers of any secondary certification area use a design thinking/innovation model of instruction combined with real-world, project-based experiences.
This program includes students in grades 9-12 using an alternative program model, focused around client-based/real world learning experiences. Any secondary (9th - 12th grade) active Missouri certification is accepted.
Career Ladder, Benefits and Retirement contributions are part of the Fort Osage salary package.
Purpose Statement
This teacher works closely with students who require non-traditional approaches to learning, provides individualized instruction and supports to help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This teacher facilitates real-world learning experiences that connect classroom learning to practical, hands-on experiences in the community through client centered projects. The teacher of alternative programming collaborates with community partners to develop internship opportunities, service-learning projects, and other experiential learning opportunities to prepare students for success beyond High School. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in alternative education, secondary education and a passion for helping students discover their potential and achieve their goals. This candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
This job reports to the Principal of Alternative Programming.
Essential Functions
- Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional strategies and methods and materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
- Administers subject specific assessments and tests for the purpose of assessing the levels of students' competencies.
- Assesses student progress toward standards, expectations and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
- Collaborates with other classroom teachers for the purpose of implementing established curriculum/individual student plans and ensuring the success of assigned students.
- Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resource organizations for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes and achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
- Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, attendance, problem solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues.
- Demonstrates instructional methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements and/or student success.
- Develops and implements behavior plans for the purpose of providing a safe learning environment.
- Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, substitute teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
- Instructs students and/or provides lesson plans for substitutes for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
- Maintains open communication with students / parents / guardians regarding student progress, expectations, concerns and direction for the purpose of reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
- Maintains formal and informal data for all students in building for the purpose of ensuring the student data is accurate.
- Monitors students in a variety of locations and professional development workshops (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
- Prepares a variety of written materials in collaboration with other staff members for the purpose of providing feedback, documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
- Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to education code, school policies and all relevant laws.
- Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing issues to the appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues and providing information and/or direction.
Other Functions
- Performs other related duties, as needed and/or assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the classroom.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including use of pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; District policies and procedures; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific Ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. .
Experience: Job related experience is desired.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.
Certificates and Licenses
Teaching Credential
Continuing Educ. / Training:
Continuing Education Requirements
Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance
FLSA Status
Exempt
