Jefferson County Public Schools

Social Studies Teacher - High School

Jefferson County Public Schools  •  Onsite  •  4 days ago
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Job Description


Internal Transfer Deadline: N/A - This position may be filled immediately to prevent disruption of student services per KRS 160.380 and Board Policy 03.11

TITLE: Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Holds bachelor's or higher degree and the required Kentucky Teacher Certification and/or endorsement for the assigned position
  2. Has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and others


REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Assures that students spend maximum time on task
  2. Plans a program of study and instructional practices meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students
  3. Creates supportive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
  4. Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written lesson plans upon request of principal and or supervisor
  5. Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior and achievement
  6. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals--establishes and communicates clear objectives for instruction
  7. Employs a variety of instructional practices and instructional resources and technologies to support the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
  8. Implements, instruction and action, consistent with the district's mission statement, vision statement, instructional goals and objectives
  9. Assesses the progress of students and communicates with parents on an on-going basis and provides progress reports as required
  10. Utilizes data to determine individual strengths and deficits, and implements instruction as appropriate based on individual student need (including IEP, 504, and intervention plans)
  11. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
  12. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
  13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and equitable manner
  14. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education� related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to so under reasonable terms
  15. Maintains and improves professional competence through on-going professional learning
  16. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
  17. Maintains regular attendance
  18. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor


TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Days of fiscal year: 187 Days
  • Salary Schedule: Salary determined by Certified Salary Schedule
  • FLSA Status: Exempt


EVALUATION: Performance of the position will be evaluated by Principal

Jefferson County Public Schools

About Jefferson County Public Schools

— 30th largest school district in the U.S.

— 96,000+ students

— 17,400+ full- and part-time employees, including 6,800+ certified teachers

Vision

All JCPS students graduate prepared, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential and contribute as thoughtful, responsible citizens of our diverse shared world.

Mission

To challenge and engage each learner to grow through effective teaching and meaningful experiences with caring, supportive environments

Core Values

• Caring—All JCPS children are nurtured as if they are our own.

• Equity—All students receive an education that gives them what they need to thrive through differentiated supports focused on removing social factors as a predictor of success.

• Excellence—Empowering people to lead, create, and innovate is essential to creating a culture of excellence.

• Respect—All students, staff, and families are treated with dignity and respect as members of a safe and welcoming learning community.

• Individuality—Children learn differently and require personalized approaches to learning.

• Diversity—Our diversity is a strength—differences of each are assets of the whole.

• Opportunity—Effective teaching is the most powerful tool for engaging and motivating students to reach their full potential.

• Creativity—The abilities to create, innovate, and solve challenging problems are critical skills for educators and children to develop and employ in teaching and learning.

• Collaboration—Relationships, cooperation, and partnerships among students, staff, families, and community are fundamental to the success of our students.

• Stewardship—Adults model integrity, respect, and responsibility through mindful stewardship of talents, resources, and time.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Louisville, KY
Year Founded
1829
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