RESOURCE TEACHER

Orange County Public Schools•Pine Hills, FL

11h

About The Position

The Resource Teacher provides an educational atmosphere that encourages positive student learning and works with classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and other staff to develop and implement school programs and goals. The role involves planning and delivering instruction suited to students’ developmental stages and individual learning needs, evaluating student progress, managing the classroom, and maintaining communication with parents. The teacher also contributes to school improvement, professional development, and the effective use of current technology and research. The position reports to the School Principal. Performance is evaluated under the negotiated contract between the School Board of Orange County, Florida, and the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Certified or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.
Knowledge of prescribed curriculum, child development, current research, and varied learning styles.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Basic knowledge of technology.
Planning and organizational skills.
Ability to manage a classroom and supervise students.
Skill in analyzing, diagnosing, and evaluating student progress and programs.
Ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
Commitment to core beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Nice To Haves

Reading Endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
Participate actively with other faculty and staff.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate ongoing school-improvement programs.
Manage the classroom and supervise the proper care of equipment.
Participate in professional growth activities to acquire new and improved skills and knowledge.
Analyze and diagnose student progress and programs to provide instruction appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
Use varied instructional techniques to meet individual student needs.
Use technology and current research in instruction.
Evaluate students’ progress regularly.
Use classroom-management techniques that support an effective classroom climate.
Show sensitivity to students, parents, and the community, and promote student self-esteem.
Maintain professional relationships between the school and parents.
Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone, or written communications.
Encourage parental involvement in school activities and connections between home and school.
Maintain required records, including grade books, attendance records, and student progress reports.
Assist in protecting student and school property.
Stay current on job-appropriate technology used by OCPS and attend district-supported training as needed to maintain required skills.
Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Principal.