Certified Teacher - MS Science Teacher

Position Title: Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education TeacherFLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Building Principal

Supervises: Paraeducators/Associates & Volunteers as assigned

Position Purpose: To assist students in the learning process so they will master subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development. To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, psychological growth and maturation.

Qualifications: Requires the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Current Iowa teaching license with the appropriate endorsement code for subject area.
• Knowledge of subject, curriculum, and effective teaching methods.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications.
• Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Reading endorsement, Special Education endorsement, Coaching Authorization or equivalent (or willingness to obtain).Recent experience in a K-12 General Education or Special Education setting (experience should be within the past three years to be considered recent).Demonstrated experience leading and participating in problem solving teams responsible for collaboratively designing academic and behavior interventions Demonstrated experience developing Common Formative Assessments within a PCL/team, creating and analyzing reports, and making instructional changes based upon individual students needs Demonstrated experience with co-teaching with AELP and Special Education teachers Provides evidence to support vertical teaming and understanding of students' prerequisite skills necessary for the currently assigned grade level Demonstrated experience and success with teaching students with advanced skills Demonstrated ability to utilize technology as an instructional tool Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with colleagues that are characterized by mutual support and cooperation

Physical, Mental, And Visual Effort: Continuous speaking, hearing, and visual effort. Frequent walking, sitting, standing and reaching. Occasional climbing. High degree of concentration requiring continuous and often intense mental and visual attention. Numerous irregularities, complicated and complex tasks are involved. Must have the ability to lift fifty or more pounds on a repetitive basis. Mobility required.

Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in a classroom setting, may include playground supervision and working with students in other settings. Occasionally exposed to dust, noise, odors, and other irritants. Stress associated with work pace and pressure. Work involves regular hours and days as set forth by the Board approved calendar. Some travel may be required. Exposed to hazards of the road when traveling.

Disclaimer: Clause I have read and understand the information contained in the Position Description and Specifications. I further understand that this Position Description and Specifications is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position. I may be required to perform additional tasks necessary to meet district objectives. This Position Description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair decisions.___________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Employee Signature Date ___________________________________________________ ____________________________________ Supervisor Signature Date