Intervention Specialist - Inclusion

Job Description

Job Title:

Teacher

Classification:

Teacher Salary Schedule

Salary Schedule:

XTE

Department:

School Buildings

Reports To:

Building principal or other administrator

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Date:

June 2019

Approved by:

Northwest Local School District Board of Education

Job Summary:

To direct the learning process which will contribute to the students'

development as mature, able and responsible adults.

Job Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree or bachelor's equivalent

2. Valid Ohio teaching certificate/license

3. Good written and verbal communication skills

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate

and acceptable

Essential Duties:

1. To follow courses of study and pacing guides and state standards of the

appropriate grade or subject.

2. To select content and procedures for lesson plans that will achieve the purpose

of individual lessons for short and long-term plans.

3. To complete long-range plans prior to the start of each quarter.

4. To use a variety of teaching methods and to adapt teaching methods and aids to

the teaching situation.

5. To establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents and

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other staff members and respond to (all Correspondence) promptly.

6. To provide for individual learning by recognizing differences among students and

differentiating instruction

7. To motivate students to learn effectively,being cognizant of students social and

emotional needs

8. To measure student progress through a wide variety of assessments and to keep

students and parents informed of the progress.

9. To inform students and the principal of the quarter/term grading criteria to be

used and inform them of any necessary adjustments throughout the year.

10. To strive to remain current and increase personal knowledge of the subject or

subjects taught. To attend in-service training regularly.

11. To exercise good classroom management by maintaining reasonable rules of

classroom conduct and encouraging student growth in self discipline and to

assist in the supervision of students while on campus

12. To strive for positive rapport with students, parents and colleagues.

13. To be responsible for directing the educational growth and development of

students.

14. To demonstrate enthusiasm, enjoyment, and interest in teaching.

15. To use an acceptable standard in all verbal and written communication.

16. To cooperate with other staff members for the efficient operation of the school.

17. To be punctual in carrying out all job responsibilities,and meeting all deadlines

provided.

18. To seek improvement in own teaching ability and effectiveness.

19. To participate in grade level, departmental, building and district meetings.

20. To have written lesson plans available for use by substitute teachers as needed.

21. To update and maintain student grades weekly in the districts online grading

system.

22. To treat personal and sensitive information about students and parents in a

confidential and professional manner.

23. To immediately report all suspected cases of child abuse to the proper authorities

and/or to the building principal.

24. To participate in parent conferences as requested by an administrator.

25. To attend all job related meetings as requested by an administrator.

26. To maintain all student records and reports as requested by the school, the

district or the state.

27. To travel between schools if so assigned.

28. To comply with all IEP regulations and attend team meetings as asked.

29. To maintain professional dress and demeanor.

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30. To abide by all of the policies and guidelines of the Northwest Local School

District applicable to teachers and to all follow all district guidelines as dictated in

employee handbook.

31. To perform other related duties as assigned by the administration.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;

Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations;

Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

2. Interpersonal Skills

• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains

confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under

control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

3. Oral and written communication

• Communicates clearly and persuasively in

positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to

questions; Participates in meetings.

4. Teamwork

• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and

welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

5. Quality Management

• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

6. Diversity

• Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a

harassment-free environment.

7. Ethics

• Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of

others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

8. Judgement

• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate

people in decision-making process.

9. Planning/Organizing

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently;

Sets goals and objectives.

10. Professionalism

• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under

pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status

or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on

commitments.

11. Adaptability

• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing

demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with

frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

12. Attendance/Punctuality

• Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work

responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments

on time.

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Physical Requirements:

Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about

as needed in a fast paced, highly intensive work environment.

Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

Terms of Employment:

185 day contract

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Title

: Teacher

Employee:

_____

(print name)

This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and

responsibilities to be performed by the employee of this job. The employee will be

required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the positions

supervisor, appointing authority, or designee.

________

(Superintendent or designee) (Date)

My signature below signifies that I have reviewed the contents of my job description and

that I am aware of the requirements of my position. I am able to perform the key

functions of the position.

________

(Signature) (Date)

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