Secondary Teacher - Secondary Teacher

Jefferson Parish Schools•Metairie, LA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher promotes the mental, physical, emotional, and social growth of assigned students and supports quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools. The teacher plans and delivers instruction using available materials and varied techniques, evaluates student progress, adapts to individual differences, and applies effective classroom management. The role also includes maintaining student and classroom records, communicating with families and school personnel, participating in professional development and evaluation, and complying with applicable Louisiana laws and parish regulations. The teacher works at an assigned school site in a climate-controlled school environment and in outdoor areas subject to climate extremes. The workday follows teacher hours established by the bargaining unit agreement. The position requires effective English communication, cooperation with students, parents, and school personnel, and the ability to operate classroom equipment. Physical activities may include standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to 10 pounds, and transferring, restraining, or positioning special education students when required.

Requirements

College degree.
Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
Certification in the area of assignment.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunications systems.
Ability to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.
Ability to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
Ability to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
Ability to keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions.
Ability to comply with state and parish regulations and use effective classroom management techniques.
Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel, respond positively to supervision, and accept suggestions for improvement.
Ability to operate classroom equipment.
Ability to transfer, restrain, or position special education students as required.

Responsibilities

Promote the mental, physical, emotional, and social growth of assigned students.
Use instructional materials and varied techniques to support student achievement and development.
Apply appropriate developmental practices for young children.
Maintain accurate, neat records, including class lists, attendance, health records, roll books, report cards, and permanent folders.
Maintain an attractive classroom and report unsafe conditions requiring repairs.
Develop and implement classroom management techniques.
Complete reports, assignments, and records in a timely manner.
Collect lunch or activity funds when necessary.
Plan and prepare classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
Report regularly and punctually to assigned work locations and duties.
Notify the principal or designated person of impending absences and provide substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
Maintain books and equipment assigned to the class.
Become knowledgeable about instructional methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available system resources.
Use varied methods for diagnosis and placement purposes.
Model self-control and decorum for students.
Address individual student differences and continually evaluate progress, planning with student needs in mind.
Cooperate with school-based and central office personnel.
Encourage parents to stay informed about students' progress and needs.
Demonstrate professional growth, participate in in-service training, and contribute to faculty meetings or studies.
Comply with Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety, and welfare of assigned students.
Assist in developing and implementing quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
Plan for and actively participate in the evaluation process.
Perform other duties assigned by the principal.