Elementary Technology Teacher W/Wo Coaching - (Position Open Until Filled)

JOB TITLE:
Elementary Technology Teacher w/wo Coaching - Open Till Filled
EMPLOYEE CATEGORY:
Certified
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
WORK TERM:
School Calendar Term (WCEA Negotiated Agreement applies)
REPORTS TO:
Principals and Special Services Director based upon assignment
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree with SD Teacher certificate (Required) with endorsement Appropriate to teaching assignment.
Experience Desired: Appropriate teaching experience.
Physical: Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination. Frequent walking, keyboarding, speaking, writing, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, sitting, reaching, stooping, and turning. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Other: Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills. Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and keep information confidential. Adhere to District's Policies and Procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

1. Responsible for the daily management and operations of assigned classrooms at the times designated.
2. Plans and designs instruction; selects research-based strategies, methods, activities, and materials specific to content that is differentiated for diverse learners.
3. Uses multiple evaluations and assessments to evaluate student mastery of content and to inform instruction for the class, as individuals, and within diverse groups.
4. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
5. Prepares lesson plan for assigned classes and utilizes online or written plans at times designated by the principal.
6. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior conducive to a good learning environment.
7. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicates these objectives to students.
8. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and technology appropriate to the physical limitations of the facilities and the needs and capabilities of the students.
9. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
10. Diagnoses the learning abilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
11. Takes necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
12. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom in a fair and just manner.
14. Makes 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.
15. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers and evaluates their job performance as required.
16. Maintains professional relationships with fellow teachers, administration, parents, and students.
17. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
18. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
19. Monitors students during recess, lunchroom, study halls, and in hallways.
20. Supervises extra-curricular activities as assigned.
21. Strives to help promote safety, health, and comfort of all students within the school district.
22. Promotes a positive image of the West Central School District.
23. Other duties as required by the school board, administration or state law.

A post-offer criminal background check is required.
EVALUATIONS:
This job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as outlined in District policy and/or procedure.
DISCLAIMER: The preceding description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. These may be changed, added or deleted at any time with or without notice. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside the scope of their normal responsibilities if needed. The West Central School District reserves the right to revise this description at any time.
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.