Teacher Regular Elementary: Benton Intermediate School

Teacher Regular Elementary: Benton Intermediate School

Contact Information:

Jennifer Burris

BentonIntermediate-Principal

6140 Highway 3

Benton, LA 71006

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Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Meet requirements as outlined in Louisiana Bulletin 746 (Louisiana Standards of State Certification of School Personnel)
2. Additional criteria as the Board may establish

Description

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:To provide students the opportunity to achieve academic success and workforce skills necessary to compete in a global economy

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

1. PLANNING AND PREPARATION
   1. Setting Instructional Outcomes
   • Specifies learner outcomes in clear, concise objectives
   • Includes activity/activities that develop(s) objectives
   • Identifies and plans for individual differences
   • Identifies materials, other than standard classroom materials, as needed for lesson
   • States method(s) of evaluation to measure learner outcomes
   • Establishes high expectations for learner outcomes
   • Follows state/local guidelines for planning and instruction and aligns lessons with locally designed curricula
2. CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT
   1. Managing Classroom Procedures
      • Organizes available space, materials, and/or equipment to facilitate learning
      • Promotes a positive learning climate
      • Manages routines and transitions in a timely manner
      • Utilizes resources effectively
      • Establishes high expectations for learner behavior
      • Employs monitoring techniques to facilitate learning
      • Disciplines consistently and uses acceptable methods
3. INSTRUCTION
   1. Questioning, Discussion and Presentation
      • Employs technique(s) which develop(s) lesson objective(s)
      • Sequences lesson to promote learning
      • Presents accurate subject matter
      • Manages and/or adjusts time for activities planned
      • Presents content at a developmentally appropriate level
      • Utilizes effective questioning techniques
      • Utilizes effective discussion techniques
   2. Engaging Students in Learning
      • Accommodates individual differences
      • Paces lesson effectively
      • Selects teaching resource(s) that support lesson objective(s), including integration of technology
      • Stimulates and encourages higher order thinking at the appropriate development levels
      • Encourages student participation
      • Relates relevant examples, unexpected situations, or current events to the content
      • Utilizes effective grouping arrangements
   3. Using Assessment in Instruction
      • Monitors ongoing performance of students
      • Employs appropriate and effective assessment techniques
      • Provides timely feedback to students regarding their progress
      • Produces evidence of student academic growth under his/her instruction
      • Familiarizes students with assessment criteria
      • Encourages student self-assessment
      • Utilizes assessment data to guide instruction
4. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
   • Identifies areas of instruction that need strengthening and develops with mentor and/or principal a plan for improvement and works to complete the plan
   • Seeks and employs ideas and strategies from resources or colleagues that will improve teaching and learning
5. PARTICIPATING IN A PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITY
   • Participates in grade level and subject area curriculum planning and evaluation
   • Implements school improvement plan at the classroom level
   • Serves on task force(s) and/or committees
   • Provides clear and timely information to parents/caregivers and colleagues regarding classroom expectations, student progress, and ways they can assist learning
   • Encourages parents/caregivers to become active partners in their children’s education and to become involved in school and classroom
   • Seeks community involvement in instructional program
6. COMMUNICATING WITH STUDENTS
   • Exercises patience and self-control
   • Exhibits respect and concern for all students
   • Relates and interacts with students in a fair and positive manner
   • Promotes desire for independent student effort
   • Assists students in developing positive self-concepts and respect for others
7. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
   • Is prompt and dependable
   • Communicates effectively with students, staff, parents, and community
   • Develops an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and/or IFSP—special education teachers only
   • Assumes outside classroom duties as related to school
   • Assists in enforcing school/Board rules and policies
   • Ensures proper care of textbooks, teaching aids, and equipment
   • Participates in activities to improve professional competence
   • Supports school programs and displays positive attitude
   • Completes reports and records as assigned
   • Projects well-groomed appearance
   • Meets the criteria for a Professional Growth Plan as set forth by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) in Bulletin 130 – Regulations for the Evaluation and Assessment of School Personnel and the Bossier Parish Program of Professional Personnel Evaluation
   • Assumes additional responsibilities as the Principal may assign

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Nine (9) months

SALARY RANGE:See Board Approved Salary Schedule

EVALUATION:Performance in this position will be evaluated annually.

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