Teacher, Detention Center (Science) (EOY)

Loudoun County Public Schools•Leesburg, VA

10d

About The Position

The Detention Center Teacher supports instruction (in collaboration) with other instructors, assesses and evaluates student achievement, and modifies instructional activities, as required. Roles and Responsibilities The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University or College
Successful experience as a teacher
Holds or eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License with an endorsement in subject area
Possesses leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and community
Comprehensive knowledge of State and Federal Regulations governing students with disabilities
Knowledge and experience with school-wide systems to support inclusive practices
Knowledge and experience implementing and analyzing the effectiveness of evidence-based behavior interventions and supports
The ability to travel occasionally for training purposes
Endorsement in one or more areas of Science required

Nice To Haves

Endorsement in Special Education preferred

Responsibilities

Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes
Plans and implements appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate kind and level of materials, appropriate learning experiences, allotted learning time to maximize student achievement, and utilization a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
Personalizes instruction based upon the needs of students and manages time to maximize student learning opportunities
Assesses student growth as related to educational goals, objectives, and outcomes
Adheres to LCPS Assessment and Grading policy and guidelines
Manages the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in management of student behavior in all parts of the Program
Coordinates instructional activities with other professional staff, both school and non-school based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities
Participates in in-service and professional development activities and staff meetings, as required or assigned
Continually communicates with students on instructional expectations to keep them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations
Communicates with parents through conferences
Collaborates with other professionals (school counselors, home school Special Education Designee, librarians, etc.) to carry out instructional or related activities as needed