High School Electricity Instructor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, administration, and parents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and possess or be eligible to acquire appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

Additional $2,485 for completion of all requirements of a Masters Degree.

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Provides a good role model of an educated professional in appearance, demeanor, dress and behavior;
• Meets and instructs the students(s) in assigned locations and at the designated times;
• Designs coherent instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, current instructional practices, students, the community, and curriculum goals;
• Plans instruction to achieve desired objectives that reflect the Virginia Standards of Learning and division curriculum guidelines;
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of lesson preparation upon request of the building administrator(s);
• Diagnoses individual, group, and program needs and plans for the appropriate use of time, materials, and resources to match the ability and needs of all students;
• Evaluates students' progress; provides students with specific evaluative feedback; maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports;
• Uses a variety of assessment strategies and instruments to make both short-term and long-range instructional decisions to improve student learning;
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures;
• Identifies and communicates specific student performance expectations; documents student learning gains using appropriate assessment instruments;
• Demonstrates an understanding of curriculum, subject, and current instructional practices;
• Creates learning experiences that make the subject matter meaningful for all students;
• Understands that students differ in their learning styles and differentiates instruction to meet diverse student needs;
• Uses appropriate materials, technology, and resources in a manner that promotes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and performance skills;
• Selects, evaluates, and refines a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies for the active engagement of students and improvement of student learning;
• Implements a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff;
• Ensures the adequate and safe supervision of students;
• Manages classroom procedures to maximize academic learning time;
• Establishes and maintains positive rapport with students;
• Motivates students to achieve maximum potential;
• Creates a supportive learning environment for all students that encourages social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Reports any pertinent information to the building administrators in case of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse;
• Uses effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster positive interactions in the classroom;
• Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population;
• Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions;
• Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development;
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, school personnel, and the community to promote and support student learning;
• Provides service to the profession, the division, and the community;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Maintains proper boundaries with students at all times, assuring respect for the ethical and legal duties in the staff-student relationship and the essential duty to serve as a role model;
• Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means;
• Participates in curriculum development, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship, as requested;
• Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to school;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s) in accordance with the school/division policies and practices.