Secondary Teacher (Target Content) -SPED Teacher

Jefferson Parish Schools•Metairie, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The target content areas for this position include Special Education (all grade levels), Math (grades 6-12), Physics, Chemistry, and English as a Second Language (ESL) (all grade levels). These areas are subject to change based on critical shortage needs. To qualify for the target content stipend, the teacher must possess a Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or an Out-of-State Certification in the relevant content area. The primary responsibility is to promote the mental, physical, emotional, and social growth of assigned students.

Requirements

College Degree
Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
Certification in area of assignment
Ability to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing.
Ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system.
Ability to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.
Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
Must keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions.
Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.
Must be able to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel.
Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

Nice To Haves

Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in content area (to receive target content stipend)
Special Education (All grade levels)
Math (grades 6-12)
Physics
Chemistry
English Second Language (ESL) (All grade levels)

Responsibilities

Uses available instructional materials and a variety of techniques to provide opportunities for student achievement and development.
Demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.
Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
Maintains an attractive classroom and reports unsafe conditions.
Develops and implements proper classroom management techniques.
Completes reports, assignments, and records in a timely fashion.
Collects lunch and/or activity monies as necessary.
Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations and duties.
Notifies the principal or designated person of impending absence and supplies substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
Maintains properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.
Becomes knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources.
Uses a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.
Exhibits self-control and decorum for student emulation.
Provides for individual differences.
Continually evaluates student progress and plans with student needs in mind.
Cooperates with school-based and central office personnel.
Encourages parents to be informed of student progress and needs.
Demonstrates evidence of professional growth, participates in inservice training, and contributes to faculty meetings and/or studies.
Conforms to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety, and welfare of assigned students.
Assists in the development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
Plans for and actively participates in the evaluation process.
Performs all other duties assigned by the principal.