Band Teacher HS/MS

St Labre Indian School • Ashland, MT

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About The Position

Teaches secondary level students in one or more academic, vocational, or technical subjects by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
• One to three years related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Superlative interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain materials of a highly confidential nature.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and the general public.
• Ability to deal effectively with questions or problems, seeking assistance when needed.
• Willingness to continue professional courses as required according to school guidelines.
• Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for students.
• Valid Montana Teaching Certificate or sufficient credits for state accreditation as a secondary school teacher.
• Valid Montana drivers license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops course of study following curriculum guidelines of the school.
• Develops and presents specific lesson plans using a variety of means, including lectures, projects, group discussions, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers and the Internet.
• Prepares assignments and tests for in-school preparation and homework.
• Monitors, assists, corrects, and grades student performances.
• Conducts standardized tests in accordance with school policies and state law.
• Maintains order in classroom, and administers discipline when necessary to achieve proper behavior.
• Shares, with other teachers and aides, responsibility for monitoring halls, study periods, and lunchroom.
• Counsels students when academic difficulties or behavioral problems arise.
• Keeps records of academic performance, attendance, and social acclimation.
• Reports on all aspects of student development for school records and parents; conducts parent-teacher conferences on both a regularly scheduled and as-need basis.
• Consults with other professionals where there appears to be evidence of learning disabilities, drug or alcohol abuse, or problems of social adjustment.
• Coordinates decisions with parents concerning specialized interventions that appears warranted.
• Works with counselors in helping students to select course of study or college.
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, professional training seminars and workshops.
• Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study, and counseling student in adjustment and academic problems.
• Directly responsible for any student under the teacher's care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time