Teacher - Agriscience Natural Resources Education

Polk County Public Schools•Bartow, FL

13h

About The Position

This position ensures that students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study; adapts instruction to individual student needs; creates a productive learning environment; evaluates student progress; and contributes to curriculum development. The role also involves classroom management, student supervision, communication and collaboration with families and staff, and ongoing professional growth. In the Head Start program, the teacher complies with applicable federal regulations, conducts two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences per student per school year, and works as part of a team with a Child Development Teacher (CDAT). The teacher leads the team and shares responsibility for classroom operations, curriculum preparation and implementation, 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 to provide services to students.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer required testing instruments.
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 consistent with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans, use effective teaching strategies, and plan instruction to meet individual student needs.
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 books, equipment, and instructional materials.
Develop and consistently apply classroom behavior rules and discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and supervise students as assigned.
Uphold board policies, administrative procedures, and school rules; maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate work habits.
Communicate positively about the school program and work cooperatively with parents and staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; participate in appropriate professional organizations, in-service planning, and required meetings.
Evaluate student achievement 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.
In Head Start, lead and work as part of a team with a Child Development Teacher (CDAT), sharing responsibility for classroom operations, curriculum, and assessment of children's needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.