Ignite Law and Public Policy Teacher

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Ignite Principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic, technical and interpersonal skills through implementation of district approved curriculum; document teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; address specific educational needs of individual students and create a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions

• Create and maintain professional relationships with students.
• Facilitate a profession-based classroom.
• Support students on professional projects.
• Establish and conduct a professional environment for the students.
• Collaborate with the Northwest Arkansas Community College to meet requirements for students to earn concurrent credit
• Communicate with legal professionals and experts to establish mentorships and internships for students.
• Speak to groups about the Ignite Professional Studies Program.
• Engage with professional organizations that promote Legal professions.
• Follow the school's policies and procedures for grading.
• Maintain and sustain a strong local advisory group.
• Recruit students for the Law - Public Policy career strand.
  
  

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Ignite Principal and other Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of legal curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification/License

Arkansas Teaching License or Technical Permit required.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required.
• A Master's Degree or J.D in Law or a related field is preferred.
  
  

Experience

Successful work experience in the legal field is preferred.

FLSA Status

Exempt