JOB GOAL:

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development incorporating a framework clustered into four domains of teaching responsibility: planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This position is Nine and one-fourth (9.25) month contract (190 days), plus a benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based on experience and LRSD's salary placement guidelines. FLSA: EXEMPT.

NOTE: This position is reviewed annually and is contingent upon continued Federal Funding

NOTE: The successful candidate must have a willingness to participate in on-going professional development summer 2023 and continuing throughout the school year both on and off contract times when requested by the Administration. Appropriate compensation will be given within the compensation guidelines of licensed personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university teacher education program.

* Valid Arkansas teacher's license appropriate for level and/or subject area assignment.

* Relevant teaching experience. Elementary level certification and experience preferred.

* Working knowledge of relevant technology.

* Demonstrates skills and confidence around activity-, project-, and problem-based (APB) learning.

Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.

* Embraces the role of teacher as coach and facilitator while providing a classroom culture of exploration and innovative learning experiences through their Project Lead the Way (PLTW) lessons.

* Demonstrates success at empowering students to adopt a design-thinking mindset through compelling activities, projects, and problems to create a student-centered learning environment.

* Commits to fully participate in the Project Lead the Way Launch training as well as the ongoing learning opportunities to develop the skills and tools needed to inspire students to be successful with the PLTW curriculum.

* Embrace the K-8 school configuration and best practices with high expectations and promote student success while adopting a student-centered focus that allows students to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.

* Supports the vision and mission of JA Fair Preparatory School by working collaboratively with the administration and ALL staff to create a positive, safe and kid friendly learning environment.

* Demonstrates strong work ethics, a passion for creativity and always open minded to new and innovative ideas.

* Teaches assigned subject area using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, LRSD Curriculum Guides, and other appropriate learning activities. Communicates effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the District.

* Participate and successfully complete the required Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and The Leader in Me professional development beginning July, 2021 and continuing throughout the school year, both on and off contract.

* Evidence of the ability and willingness to successfully integrate the PLTW curriculum where feasible for PLTW Launch

* Planning and Preparation: Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences, demonstrating pedagogy, knowledge of students, instructional goals, knowledge of resources, coherent instruction, and assessing student learning.

* Classroom Environment: Establishes a culture of learning: managing classroom procedure and student behavior, as well as organizing physical space. Applies appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.

* Instruction: Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved - communicating with students, using questioning and discussion techniques, engaging students in learning, using assessment in instruction, utilizing technology, etc. Integrates STEM concepts and inquiry methodologies into units and lessons. Effectively infuses technology into instructional activities and the overall learning experiences.

* Professional Responsibilities: Develops and adheres to professional responsibilities - reflecting on teaching, maintaining accurate records, communication with families, contributing to the assigned School and the District at large, growing and developing professionally, showing professionalism, using data to inform instruction, etc.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements:

Participate and successfully complete the required Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and The Leader in Me professional development beginning July, 2021 and continuing throughout the school year, both on and off contract.

Mental Functions, Physical Requirements, and Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, go up and down stairs, operate foot and hand controls, use a telephone and write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling and working with educational materials and/or objects, and providing oral information. Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences, during the contract year. Additional technical skills, knowledge, and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.