Teacher, Adult Ed

Polk County Public Schools•Bartow, FL

About The Position

This position ensures that students learn basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and implements instruction consistent with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study; develops lessons and programs that address individual student needs; creates a learning-conducive classroom; and provides reports and assessments as required. The role includes recognizing learning problems, making referrals, and maintaining accountability for the instructional program. The teacher contributes to curriculum development and revision, keeps current in subject matter and learning theory, and assists with selecting instructional materials. They manage classroom behavior and safety, supervise students, communicate constructively with parents and the public, and cooperate with other staff. The position also requires ongoing professional growth and participation in meetings and training. For Head Start responsibilities, the teacher complies with federal regulations, conducts two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences per student each school year, and works as a team with a Child Development Teacher. The teacher leads the team and shares responsibility for classroom operations, curriculum activities, and assessing children's educational, social, and emotional needs. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be Certified, Qualified, and Highly Qualified as defined by the assigned Course Code(s).
Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing student services.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer testing instruments as required.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction aligned with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans and individualized programs of study, using appropriate teaching strategies and maximizing time on task.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and encourage student enthusiasm and effective study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports, prepare substitute information when requested, and assign purposeful work to paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed.
Recognize learning problems and make referrals as appropriate.
Keep current in subject matter and learning theory; contribute to curriculum revision and assist with selecting instructional materials.
Become familiar with supplemental services that can benefit students.
Establish and consistently apply reasonable classroom behavior rules and discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; supervise students as assigned.
Uphold and enforce board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and regulations.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
Communicate positive aspects of the school program and work cooperatively with parents and staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; maintain appropriate professional memberships; cooperate in planning in-service training; and attend required meetings.
Evaluate student accomplishments regularly using multiple assessment methods and adjust instruction based on results.
Maintain instructional-program accountability and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher records and information.
Comply with federal Head Start regulations.
Conduct two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences per student per school year.
Work as a team with a Child Development Teacher, lead the team, and share responsibility for classroom operations and curriculum activities.
Lead the team in assessing children's educational, social, and emotional needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.