SMMS Social Studies or Science Teacher

Marshall KY • Benton, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Middle School Teacher is responsible for teaching children and advancing their educational life. This role involves maintaining an orderly learning atmosphere, employing various instructional techniques, and managing allotted learning time to maximize student achievement. The teacher will adhere to the adopted county and school curriculum and develop lesson plans and materials to adapt to individual student needs. This position also requires active participation in professional development, assisting in the selection of instructional materials, and cooperating with administration and colleagues in planning instructional goals. The teacher will assist in identifying students for supplemental educational programs, addressing factors contributing to low academic performance, and counseling students to promote their welfare and development. Regular evaluation of student progress, administration of standardized tests, and communication with students and parents are key aspects of this role. The teacher will also create a safe and effective classroom environment, assist in implementing school policies, and take precautions to protect students and school property. Responsibilities include maintaining inventories, sharing school duties, participating in school-based decision making, and attending faculty meetings. Confidentiality of student records and professional conduct are paramount.

Requirements

• Valid Kentucky Certification

Responsibilities

• Teach children and advance their educational life.
• Maintain an orderly learning atmosphere and keep the Principal informed of program activities and problems.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques with a priority on teaching basic academic skills.
• Utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.
• Teach the adopted county and school curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and appropriate tasks.
• Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to individual needs.
• Take an active part in the professional development of the school and the district.
• Assist in the selection of books, software, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Keep abreast of new trends and research in education reform.
• Work cooperatively with administration, other teachers, support personnel, and the SBDM Council.
• Assist resource teachers, Title I teachers, gifted education teachers, and other teachers/coordinators in student identification for supplemental programs.
• Determine factors contributing to low academic performance and make necessary referrals.
• Counsel and evaluate students, providing guidance for their welfare, self-esteem, and educational development.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with the district’s testing program.
• Utilize teaching strategies that incorporate activities to enhance performance events and open-response assessments.
• Communicate with students on instructional expectations and their progress.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil progress and interpret the school’s program.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes, including time outside the instructional day.
• Create a safe, disciplined, and effective classroom environment.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures, and maintain order.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain proper inventories of non-expendable school supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Share duties of the school as assigned by the Principal.
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Participate in school-based decision making.
• Support or participate in school-wide student activities and social events.
• Attend all regular and special called faculty meetings, unless excused by the Principal.
• Serve on staff committees as required.
• Ensure that student records and information are kept confidential.
• Refrain from making any public comment about any student that might be considered critical or derogatory.
• Maintain the highest professional standards in personal conduct.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform related duties and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed