Teacher Elementary Certified - Title I Achievement And Behavior Support

2024-25 School Year
182 days/year
7.5 hours/day
NOTE: This position is a ONE YEAR Title Funded position for the 2024-25 school year.
Purpose Statement
The job of Teacher Elementary Title I Achievement and Behavior Support is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as an elementary teacher with specific responsibility for directing and providing services to identified Title I students in an elementary school setting; facilitating the full participation of Title students in the academic program through individualized planning; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs, behavioral plans and student progress.
This job reports to Principal
Essential Functions

• Administers instructional program for the purpose of improving student success in academics through a defined course of study.

• Administers assessments, district and/or state tests, etc. for the purpose of accessing Title I student competency levels, developing individual learning plans and/or individual behavior plans.

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of Title I student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations, behavioral goals and students' achievements; and developing methods of improvement and/or reinforcing classroom expectations in the home environment.

• Analyzes test data and plans instructional responses for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.

• Assesses student progress towards objectives, grade level expectations and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, administration and/or seeking the assistance of district specialists

• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources (e.g. PTA, business partners, etc.) for the purpose of improving the overall quality of Title I student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.

• Counsels Title I students and seeks appropriate resources for the purpose of improving academic and Behavioral performance

• Creates student behavioral and academic plans for the purpose of supporting Title I student learning.

• Demonstrates support for building and district initiatives for the purpose of maximizing a collaborative approach to the District's goals and objectives.

• Directs paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective learning environment and addressing the needs of individual Title I students.

• Facilitates daily monitoring of Title I student Achievement and learner behaviors for the purpose of ensuring student academic success.

• Facilitates Title I student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through defined lesson and Behavior plans.

• Maintains a variety of confidential and non confidential manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of providing up to date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.

• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment and is in adherence with district policies.

• Models appropriate behaviors and responsibility for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social and interpersonal behavior.

• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

• Participates in a variety of meetings as assigned by administrator or district personnel (e.g. PLC, staff, PTA, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. behavior plans, grades, attendance, progress reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements

• Provides direct services to Title I students for the purpose of supporting students whose behaviors significantly interfere with their academic growth in the core content areas.

• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, students, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications)
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely 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 using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; 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; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and Behavioral management strategies.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use jobrelated equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. 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; directing
Experience: Job related experience is required
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area
Required Testing: None Specified
Certificates & Licenses:Missouri State Teaching Certificate
Continuing Educ. / Training: Units of Continuing Education
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance