Teacher

Hampton School District•Hampton, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves a combination of teaching responsibilities and athletic coaching. Certified teachers are responsible for instructing students, observing and evaluating their performance, creating lesson plans, grading assignments, administering tests, leading discussions, maintaining discipline, and providing additional support to ensure academic success. The position also requires supporting and participating in extra-curricular activities.

Requirements

Valid teaching license for the grade level and subject area assigned.
Meets requirements for Arkansas Qualified Teacher designation, if applicable to the teaching assignment.

Responsibilities

Teaches district-approved curriculum based on state frameworks and standards.
Prepares for assigned classes, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt and differentiate the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Evaluates pupils’ academic growth through teacher-made tests, standardized tests, checklists, observations, demonstrations, and other performance assessments; keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports.
Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies to support students with individual education plans.
Makes modifications for G/T, ELL, LD, physically impaired, at-risk, and other needs of individual students, including their learning styles.
Creates a safe and orderly classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student conduct, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes during the instructional day and extended hours when necessary.
Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development activities.
Collaborates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods; assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Supports and participates in extra-curricular activities.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to maintain a safe and orderly environment to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Communicates regularly with various internal and external publics to develop and maintain a positive school/community relationship.
Other duties as assigned