FLSA: Exempt

DIVISION: Leadership & Learning

PAY GRADE: CIT (4, 5, 6, or 7)

DEPARTMENT: Leadership & Learning

SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

WORK DAYS: 187

JOB CODE: 114

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide instruction for students that enables them to learn and achieve to the maximum of their abilities.

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Educational Level: Bachelor Degree

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Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate

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Experience: None

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Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

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Provides instruction that is appropriate.

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Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; follows professional ethics in all work related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school; communicates responsibly with all individual and groups; demonstrates loyalty to the school and its leadership; avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale by working cooperatively with colleagues and the community; adheres to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner.

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Assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities.

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Promotes a positive school environment that enhances student learning; helps maintain a positive, cooperative climate; promotes the responsible use of materials and equipment; maintains plans according to policies and/or directives.

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Handles money, receipt books, and other financial records responsibly; submits accurate paperwork on schedule.

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Demonstrates responsible attendance and use of leave; prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent; is punctual in maintaining required work schedules.

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Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures; directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; takes all reasonable measures to protect students’ health and safety.

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Meets certification and accreditation standards; seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.

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Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.

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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.