Summary of Functions Ensures students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development and success as responsible citizens. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1) Planning – Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students as authorized by IEPs. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicates these objectives to students and their families. 2) Classroom Preparation – Prepares for individual or group instruction and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of supervisor. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate. 3) Instruction – Provides special education services in various combinations of settings; e.g., inclusive/integrated classrooms, resource rooms and/or self-contained programs. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of Montana State standards. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. 4) Assessment – Determines specific learning problems, skill deficiencies or social adjustment difficulties of students and initiates remediation programs in these areas. Assesses the accomplishments of students at least quarterly and provides progress reports as required. Seeks assistance and makes referrals, on a regular basis, to district specialists as needed. 5) Counseling – Counsels students in identifying and dealing with their academic and social problems. Provides opportunities for students to explore life and career goals. 6) Technical Support – Works closely with other teachers to help students maintain satisfactory class work, homework, and behavior. Makes available a wide range of teaching materials and equipment, including reading materials at many levels, instructional games and resource materials. 7) Supervision – Provides purposeful direction and supervision to teacher assistants and volunteers and evaluates their job performance. 8) Safety – Takes all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. 9) Student Conduct – Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develops reasonable rules for classroom behavior and procedure. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. 10) Student Activities – Supervises student related co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. 11) Home-School Relations – Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and to interpret the school program. 12) Meetings – Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required. 13) Training – Participates in in-service training programs, as assigned. 14) Reports – Maintains accurate, complete and correct records and prepares reports as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation. 15) Other – Performs such other functions as may be necessary to the work of the district. |
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