Temporary Resource Teacher

Orange County Public Schools•Winter Garden, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school’s programs and goals. This is a temporary resource teaching position. Candidate will work with all 3 kindergarten classrooms pulling students and supporting small goup in Math, ELA and Science.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Certification or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in the State of Florida
Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and child development
Ability to communicate effectively using written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of current research
Basic knowledge of technology
Planning and organizational skills
Ability to manage the classroom and supervise students
Skill in analyzing, diagnosing and evaluating student progress and programs
Knowledge of varied learning styles
Ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills
Commitment to a core set of beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

Works with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
Participates as an active member with other faculty and staff.
Participates in a cooperative effort with faculty and staff to plan, implement and evaluate programs of continuing school improvement.
Manages classroom and supervises proper care of equipment used.
Participates in personal professional growth activities focused on the acquisition of new and improved skills and knowledge.
Diagnoses and analyzes student progress and programs for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction based on the developmental stages of students.
Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students.
Utilizes technology and current research in instruction.
Evaluates students’ progress on a regular basis.
Utilizes classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom climate.
Shows sensitivity to students, parents and the community and promotes student self-esteem.
Maintains professional relationship between school and parents.
Maintains contact with parents through parent-teacher conferences, telephone, or written communications.
Encourages parental involvement through school activities, connecting home and school.
Maintains all records as required, including but not limited to grade books, attendance records and student progress reports.
Assists in the protection of student and school property.
Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
Responsible for timely and accurate information they maintain as part of their job responsibilities.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.