5th Grade Teacher - Renaissance Charter School at Cooper City
Company: Charter Schools USA
Location: fort lauderdale
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction/Education Responsibilities * Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to
the company's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the
adopted courses of study. * Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson
plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes
time on task. * Presents subject matter to students to maximize
learning opportunity and provides real-world, application based
examples and learning opportunities. * Reviews student records in
order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each
student's abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete
student records. * Strives to maximize the educational achievement
of each student. * Utilizes a variety/range of student learning
modalities in each lesson and uses differentiated instruction
within those lessons. * Utilizes diagnostic assessment of student
learning on a frequent basis. * Maintains accurate and completes
student records. * Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a
frequent basis, provides appropriate activities to address student
needs and generates progress reports as required. * Refers students
with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
* Assigns lessons, corrects student work product and reviews oral
presentations. * Coordinates class field trips (as required). *
Prepares students for state required achievement assessments. *
Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and
is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of
the school's curriculum. * Assists in the on-going curriculum
revision process, including the revision of written courses of
study. * Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other
instructional materials. * Becomes acquainted with supplemental
services beneficial to students as an extension of regular
classroom activities. Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning * Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. *
Maintains positive rapport with students; demonstrates patience and
appropriate nurturing to assist in the growth of the child. *
Ensures classroom is clean, safe and includes student generated
work on display as appropriate. * Implements all relevant policies
governing student conduct. * Develops reasonable rules of
classroom/playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and
guidelines, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and
consistent manner. Instructional Planning * Develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines
and goals. * Plans individual and / group learning activities
designed to meet instructional objective and students needs. *
Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation
upon request of supervisory personnel. * Participates with other
staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings. *
Incorporates into planning all diagnostic information as required
in the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP). * Takes all
necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies,
equipment, materials and facilities needed to implement effectively
the planned instructional program. School/Community Relations * Strives to establish cooperative relations and makes
reasonable effort to communicate with parents/guardians when
appropriate. * Communicates clearly, consistently and positively
with parents via all appropriate mediums. * Cooperates with members
of the administration, other staff and with CSUSA. * Maintains
confidentiality regarding student records. * Participates in parent
communication activities. * Participates in extracurricular
activities to ensure a positive school culture and provide support
for students and staff (as required). MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so
classified. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE * Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and
the mission of the company; support the company's values in the
strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance,
superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in
the Employee Handbook. * Possesses strong time management &
organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. *
Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and
administrative staff. Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs,
employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations
present themselves. * Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and
displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous,
professional, and helpful. * Possesses excellent communication
skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal
(active listening), Negotiating and Influencing. * Has the ability
to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions,
to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to
improve performance. * Demonstrates proficient experience with
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information
System (SIS) and email communications. * Looks for ways to improve
and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. *
Strives to implement best practices and positive character
education consistently. 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. * No physical exertion required. * Somewhat stressful due to
frequent student activity. * Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds
of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as
frequently as needed to move objects. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work
environment characteristics listed below are representative of the
environment the employee will encounter: * Usual school working conditions. * May be noisy during high
student traffic. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT * Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with CSUSA salary
and benefit policy. * Length of the work year and hours of
employment shall be those established by Charter Schools USA. *
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or
otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. FLSA OVERTIME CATEGORY Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor
Standards Act. EVALUATION Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Charter Schools
USA's Policy. DECLARATION The Charter Schools USA Human Resources Department retains the
sole right and discretion to make changes to this position
description. Any employee
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