Job Description

Summary

Provides instruction for students that enables them to learn and demonstrate mastery of the Georgia Performance Standards

Essential Duties

• Prepares and plans for instruction of Latin classes
• Vertical teams with FC Latin Middle School feeder teacher
• Advocates on the importance of the Latin language in a Global Economy and seeks to provide unique opportunities to study the Latin language outside of the regular classroom setting
• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on Fulton County’s curriculum
• Provides classroom environment which promotes active learning in subject area
• Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessment
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership
• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities
• Works collaboratively with other Fulton County Latin teachers
• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
• Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student’s educational program
• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communications Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university

Certification/Licensure

Must hold or be eligible for Certification in Latin

Experience Qualifications

0-1 year classroom experience required; High School teaching experience preferredÂ

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven communication and instructional strategies
• Classroom management skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds
• May require stooping or crouching