Tipton Community School Corporation

POSITION: Middle School Math Teacher 6th Grade

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree and hold appropriate Indiana math certification

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 183 days

REPORTS TO: Tipton Middle School, Principal

SALARY BENEFITS: Salary range $42,500 - $79,000-Status Quo

GENERAL FUNCTIONS/PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The primary function of the teacher is to plan, guide and evaluate the learning process of the students for whom they are responsible.
• Able to work effectively and communicate with a wide range of students, staff and administration; able to work effectively with the staff and administration.
• Proficient and competent demonstration of reading and writing capabilities.
• Strong human relations skills, including professional tact, diplomacy and presentation.
• Multi-tasking ability and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to utilize 21st century technological skills to enhance teaching and learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established state standards and school corporation goals.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with physical limitations of the location provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement the district's philosophy of education.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
• Suggest and provide materials and methods by which to publicize and communicate the school’s programs to staff, students, patrons, and the community.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Develop a code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develop rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Attend building meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff.
• Work with fellow teachers on curriculum development and textbook adoption.
• Participate in professional growth activities that satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
• Use and integrate available technology to enhance classroom instruction.
• Be open to ideas presented by colleagues or administrators.
• Maintain a positive attitude with all staff and students.

Application Instructions:

Applications must be completed online at www.tcsc.k12.in.us (select “Our District” ,” then click “TCSC Careers”, then click “Certified Opportunities”) and include:

Completed Application

Letter of Interest and Introduction

Current Resume

Three Letters of Recommendation

Applications will be accepted until May 3, 2024.

Additional questions may be directed to John Ayars, Tipton Middle School, Principal jayars@tcsc.k12.in.us

It is the policy of the Tipton Community School Corporation not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, or activities, or employment practices, as required by Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), Title IX (Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Indiana Civil Rights Act.

If you feel you have experienced discrimination, written inquiries about procedures that are available and for consideration of complaints alleging such discrimination should be directed to the Tipton Community School Corporation’s Superintendent.