Home Instructor

TEACHER – HOME INSTRUCTOR File 317
Reports to:
Pupil Services Director
Job Objectives:
Provides home instruction for students during prolonged absences. Consults with teachers and parents to bring the influences of home and school together for the fullest benefit to the student. Encourages parental involvement.
Minimum
Qualifications:
• Valid Ohio teacher's license or certificate appropriate for the assignment.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• Documentation of a clear criminal record.
Responsibilities
and Essential
Functions:
The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.
• Consults with the classroom teacher to clarify assignments and instructional objectives. Collects, organizes, and prepares teaching materials and lesson plans consistent with student IEP's. Submits written lesson plans according to building and/or district procedures.
• Upholds board policies, follows administrative procedures, and complies with the Employee Code of Conduct.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Teaches assigned students as scheduled. Creates effective learning experiences.
• Complies with state model policies and procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability. Works with staff to ensure that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.
• Implements effective pupil behavioral management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Stimulates student interest. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.
• Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.
• Administers and grades tests as directed. Returns completed assignments to the classroom teacher.
• Communicates high expectations and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Counsels students. Helps students develop critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.
• Collaborates with other teachers. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance the educational process.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology in records management and instructional activities. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.).
• Helps students with content-area preparation for standardized and alternative tests.
• Maintains accurate records, including but not limited to student attendance, behavior and grades, and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Evaluates students and assigns grades. Records student grades as required by building/district guidelines, and prepares and submits progress reports and/or grade
Teacher – Home Instructor 
cards according to building/district protocols. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., telephone calls, messages, meetings, etc.).
• Effectively uses support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
• Uses data to make informed decisions regarding instruction.
• Helps identify families that may need intervention services.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Works with intervention assistance team members to reach a consensus on a plan for assigned students. Helps prepare and implement Section 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
• Works collaboratively with building/district leadership teams, departmental teams and grade level teams.
• Takes precautions to ensure student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Participates in meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed, as well as actively pursues professional growth and development.
• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a professional appearance.
• Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Abilities
Required:
The following characteristics and physical skills are essential for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Acts in accordance with the professional code of ethics.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Verifies and correctly enters data. Completes detailed paperwork accurately.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Travels to meetings and work assignments.
Supervisory
Responsibility:
Under the direction of the principal: plans work assignments, provides instructions, and monitors assigned staff and volunteers. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.
Working
Conditions:
Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.
Performance
Evaluation:
• Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, or moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require standing, reaching, bending, crouching, and/or kneeling.
• Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekend.