Job Description
Position Type: High School Teaching/Science - Chemistry
Date Posted: 7/31/2024
Location: Brookville High School
Date Available: 08/12/2024
District: Brookville Local Schools - website
Brookville High School seeks a Science - Chemistry Teacher. Integrated License Preferred Title: Teacher
Reports to: Principal
Job Objectives: Plans, implements, and evaluates student learning experiences. Helps students identify goals and make appropriate choices. 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.
Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
Essential Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are representative of performance expectations.
Organizes the assigned classroom for instruction. Requisitions essential supplies and equipment. Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
Teaches scheduled classes. Documents teaching performance objectives. Creates effective learning experiences.
Ensures that lesson plans align with the district's adopted courses of study and proficiency test outcomes/competencies.
Submits written lesson plans according to building procedures.
Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
Implements effective pupil 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.
Evaluates the needs of students based on all available information. Plans student interventions. Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.
Collaborates with special education staff to provide opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in peer group activities.
Communicates high expectations and shows an active interest in student progress.
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 classroom activities. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
Helps students take advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.).
Helps administer student assessment instruments as directed. Ensures compliance with test security procedures.
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
Protects the confidentiality of privileged information.
Evaluates students. Assigns and records grades. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents (e.g., telephone calls, messages, meetings, etc.).
Effectively uses support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
Makes a referral to the intervention assistance team when a need is indicated. Works with team members to meet mandated deadlines and reach consensus on plans for students requiring assistance.
Helps prepare and implement Section 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements.
Uses prudent discretion in the supervision of students. Takes precautions to ensure student safety. Provides for the appropriate supervision of assigned students at all times.
Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
Participates in parent conferences, open houses, and other required school events.
Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities.
Participates on assigned committees during contractual hours.
Complies with the district's teacher dress code.
Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
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 important for the successful performance of assigned duties.
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students.
Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
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.
Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
Duties may require prolonged use of a computer keyboard and monitor.
Duties may require working extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
Performace Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Brookville Local School District Board of Education.
The Brookville Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.
Revised: August 2002
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