What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Reading Teacher position at DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL?
JOB GOAL:
To provide supplemental literacy and dyslexia intervention related instruction that will enable students to efficiently master the reading and writing skills appropriate to age, grade level, and individual capacity.
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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Arkansas teaching certificate in Elementary Education K-6 or Middle Childhood Education 4-8.
- Master’s degree in education, curriculum, instruction, or reading preferred.
- Experience in teaching reading/literacy instruction and/or intervention in middle grades preferred.
- Must hold or be willing to complete within two years: Arkansas Reading Specialist
- Certification or Master’s Degree (or higher) in Reading preferred. Must also satisfy RISE requirement and any other related job requirement(s) as determined by the Arkansas Department of Education. Dyslexia Therapy Certification is a plus.
- Preference will be given to candidates with recent, successful experience in similar roles.
- Ability and willingness to use current and upcoming technologies within instruction and support.
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.
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Embrace the 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.
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Supports the vision and mission by working collaboratively with the administration and ALL staff to create a positive, safe and learner-centered environment.
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Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
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Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or procedures governing student life, conduct, wellness, and academic mastery.
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Plans instruction designed to promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth and development of children; formatively assesses student progress and modifies instructional techniques; plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students; refers children to support services within the school community as needed.
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Guides the learning process toward the achievements of curriculum goals by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects; integrates skills into units and learning centers in the classroom
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Prepares for instruction and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor; employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
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Implements innovative, research-based instructional strategies, assessments, techniques, programs being considered by the building and/or District; collects pertinent data and information; works with the appropriate personnel to prepare a formal narrative and statistical reports related to the effectiveness of the innovation.
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Serves as a model classroom for the building and District; allows administrators, teachers, parents and others to observe in the classroom as requested; provides technical assistance, shares information and resources with other teachers and staff.
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Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students; encourages students to set, monitor and maintain high standards for classroom behavior; develops reasonable rules and procedures in order to maintain a classroom climate which is equitable, fair, and conducive to learning.
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Maintains an inventory all equipment, furniture, and large center items; maintains a clean and orderly classroom.
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Monitors individual and/or group activities to prevent accidents and promote social skills; takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material and facilities.
- Provides reasonable technical support for school-related activities (i.e. student performances, assemblies, recognitions), to include reporting, filming, capturing and archiving.
- Produces regular school news to internal and external stakeholders in various formats, including social media, morning news cast, podcasts, newsletters, etc.
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Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms; works with parents to promote cooperation, understanding of development and participation in the program; allows parents to observe their children in the classroom setting; assumes responsibility for encouraging and involving parents and community in decision making relative to the development and implementation of programs at the building level.
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Meets and instructs assigned class in the location and at the times designated; works collaboratively with content and grade-level team members; attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required; makes commitment to time necessary for participating in District/school sponsored staff development.
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Structures the classroom for cooperative learning activities.
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Structures the learning environment to enable students to study the integrated science program outlined by the LRSD Curriculum Guides, giving preference to interdisciplinary opportunities in collaboration with other content areas.
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Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students, with preference given to an individualized mastery-based learning approach and implementing differentiated classroom instruction.
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Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of school administration.
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Employs a variety of instructional techniques, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
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Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress monitoring with regular feedback to students and reports as required.
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Initiates diverse methods of engaging students using the arts to foster and employ literacy acquisition, comprehension, and appreciation.
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Assists in identifying and utilizing community resources such as field trips and opportunities to engage learners in diverse communication opportunities and modalities as appropriate.
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Actively improves professional competence.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
NOTE:
INTERESTED APPLICANTS WILL ENGAGE IN A RIGOROUS APPLICATION PROCESS. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY GUARANTEE AN INTERVIEW.
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.
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.