Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.

Certified (or eligible for certificate) by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.

Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Understand and assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board of Education policies.

Participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school and school system. Such participation shall include teachers in consultation through meetings, conferences, and committee responsibilities.

Accept no other employment which interferes with the efficient and effective discharge of teacher duties and responsibilities.

To abide by the standards established for teachers' professional and personal conduct by the printed and published Code of Ethics.

To follow the courses of study approved by the State Board of Education and curriculum guides and textbooks approved and adopted by the Athens City Board of Education. Other material used for instructional purposes must be approved by the principal or designee.

To assist in fostering student attitudes through teaching, in all activities of the school program, the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.

Report for duty at least fifteen minutes before the opening of school and remain at least fifteen minutes after the close of school.

Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations at the times designated.

Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided and appropriate to the interests and maturity of the students.

Establish and maintain appropriate discipline in the classroom and assist staff in the establishment and maintenance of discipline in the school environment.

Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal.

Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulation.

Evaluate student progress regularly and in accordance with the system's established procedures.

Seek the assistance of specialists as needed and make referrals when appropriate.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials, and facilities.

Make reasonable provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. Procedures for such conferences will be mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.

Work with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, and methods.

Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

All teachers participate in extracurricular activities as mutually agreed upon by faculty and administration.

Attend and participate regularly in faculty meetings.

Maintain a professional, cooperative working relationship with parents and the community.

Promote good public relations for the school and the school system with the general public.

Maintain and improve professional competence.

Perform other related duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal.

Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Knowledge of child development, and especially of the characteristics of students in the age group assigned.

Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum.

Knowledge of current educational research.

Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology.

Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.

Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.

Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.

Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results, and prescribe actions for improvement.

Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.

Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others.

Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.