Gifted Teacher

Certified Teacher Classification: Exempt - 10 Month Certified Work Calendar

General Statement of Responsibilities: To provide each child with an environment which will enable him to reach his fullest physical, emotional, educational, psychological, and behavioral potentialI. Uses Knowledge of Subject Matter Demonstrates knowledge in subject area Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum development to include scope and sequenceII. Displays Interpersonal Skills Communicates effectively with students Demonstrates and promotes mutual respect Promotes positive self-concepts in learners Maintains a positive and stimulating learning environment Communicates enthusiasm for learning Uses correct written and oral expressionIII. Plans for Instruction Submits weekly lesson plans which reflect goals, objectives, and activities Assesses student's skills levels to determine the appropriate learning objectivesPlans instruction to achieve selected objectives Chooses relevant academic activities to ensure appropriate student time on task Follows the design of the district's curriculum Sequences learning activities to achieve specific goals and objectivesPlans instruction at varying and appropriate levels of cognitive thinking Organizes instructions to meet individual differences and specific needs Organizes resources such as time, space, materials, and equipment to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectives Monitors and assesses student' progress using specific proceduresIV. Provides Instruction Provides instruction at student's skill level Teaches to the learning objectives as specified in the lesson plan Teaches necessary objectives in a logical sequence Provides instruction at a variety of levels of thinking Uses strategies to maximize the amount of time students are engaged in relevant tasks Uses a variety of instructional techniques and methods related to the objectives Models correct performance for students Gives clear directions and explanations related to lesson Monitors student learning throughout the learning process Obtains responses for each objective to check student mastery before proceeding Adjusts instruction to meet individual differences and specific needs Evaluates students according to consistent objective criteriaV. Uses Learning Principles in Providing Instruction Communicates to students the purpose and value of learning objectives Provides sufficient teacher directed and independent practice with monitoring to ensure that students are accurate and successful Communicates the importance of the learning by holding all students accountable for learning Provides an appropriate focus for student at the beginning of learning objectives Summarizes learning using a variety of methodsVI. Uses Classroom Management Strategies Uses effective classroom management techniques Communicates expectations for appropriate classroom behavior Demonstrates ability to work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as determined by instructional objectives Manages inappropriate classroom behavior by implementing the discipline procedure adopted by the governing boardVII. Displays Professionalism Acts in a professional manner Engages in professional development Seeks and shares professional ideas Acts in accordance with teacher responsibilities, both legal and professional and uses discretion in the use of professional or confidential information Identifies exceptional students and refers them to appropriate specialist Uses effective strategies for parent teacher communication including conferences Demonstrates willingness to accept additional responsibilities Supervises and evaluates additional support staff and/or volunteers when applicable Shows care in personal hygiene and grooming Attends all meetings as required Adheres to Board and Administrative policyVIII. Gathers and Records Data Maintains appropriate and adequate information o Federal Law o State Law o District Policy o School Procedures Approved by: _____________________________________________ Date: _____________________Reviewed and Agreed to by: __________________________________Date: _____________________ Page 2 of 2 Teacher - Certified February 2008