High School Teacher - Alternative Setting (Cardinal Academy)

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Administration, the teacher is responsible for overseeing the alternative education setting at Southport High School. This role focuses on facilitating student success and growth in both academic and interpersonal skills through the implementation of district-approved curriculum via the online credit recovery and credit accrual program. The teacher will document student progress/activities/outcomes, assist students with course goal-setting, address individual educational needs of students, and maintain a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment. Additionally, the teacher will provide feedback to students, parents, school counselors, and/or administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Essential Job Functions

• Program Oversight:
• Registers students in the online program and assigns courses as directed by school counselors or administrators.
• Meet virtually with online homebound students to provide the required hours of support.
• Student Support:
• Provide academic support and guidance to help students advance in their online coursework.
• Develop individualized daily learning objectives and progress goals for each student as well as assist them in setting and achieving their own course goals.
• Monitors student progress, conducts individual conferences to provide feedback, and provides individual or small group instruction as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Document student progress, activities, and outcomes daily.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and development.
• Environment Management:
• Create and maintain a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment.
• Ensure that the learning environment is conducive to student growth and success.
• Communication:
• Communicate expectations, goals, and progress to students, parents, school counselors and administration.
• Facilitate open and effective communication channels between students, parents, and school staff.
• Personal Growth
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars/workshops and weekly professional development meetings.
  

Equipment

Uses standard teaching equipment such as personal computers, printer, telephone, pens and pencils, dry erase markers, timer, etc.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rates

PEA certified position.

Work Schedule

Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Knowledge and proficiency with computer hardware, software, and relevant technology.
• Ability and willingness to learn needed skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Proven ability to report work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Ability to meet professional teacher education requirements of the school and district.
• Ability to encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and to use that information to adjust the plans of each student in the classroom and teaching strategies.
• Ability to maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Ability to develop systems and structures that best meet the needs of the students in the classroom.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Experience with SEL is preferred.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical RequirementPercentage of TimeAbility to stand for extended periods of time. Very FrequentAbility to lift 25 pounds. SeldomAbility to carry 25 pounds. OccasionalAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very FrequentAbility to operate job-related equipment. Very FrequentAbility to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

License/ Registration/ Certification

• Current Indiana Teacher's License, in subject area applicable to teaching assignment.
  
  

Education

BA degree in education.

Experience

Previous experience is preferred.

FLSA Status Exempt