High School ALE Teacher - Intervention at JDC and Childrens Shelter (Half-time position)

About the Role

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, you will facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress, addressing specific educational needs, and creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment. You will also provide feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available time for instruction.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instruct students in principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, administrative regulations, and procedures.
• Acquire professional knowledge and stay current with developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensure student conduct conforms with the school's standards and district policies; maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Coordinate with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum; participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids, supplies, and equipment; maintain inventory records.
• Supervise students in activities outside the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom environment that encourages student responsibility and learning progress.
• Develop differentiated lessons and instruction appropriate for students in an alternative school setting, including small group, whole group, and one-on-one formats.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individual education plans for students.
• Plan engaging daily classroom instructional activities.
• Administer student assessments to ascertain academic needs and progress of students in an alternative setting.
• Work collaboratively with school counselors, teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers on student individualized educational plans, including lessons that address behavioral needs.
• Prepare lesson plans correlated with student needs.
• Maintain student records and files confidentially.
• Keep accurate documentation regarding student progress, needs, and strengths.
• Maintain accurate daily student attendance records.
• Communicate consistently with parents, teachers, administrators, and related service providers to positively affect student success.
• Actively research best practices and training for alternative learning educators.
• Submit all reports, forms, records, and data as requested by the Gateway Administrator.
• Attend workshops and professional development courses.
• Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and ethics, working cooperatively with the Board, Superintendent, administrators, certificated and non-certificated personnel, parents, and students.
• Attend meetings, events, and training as required by the Gateway Administrator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Gateway Administrator or School Principal.

Requirements

• Arkansas State Certification as a Teacher; multiple secondary licensure areas preferred.
• Arkansas State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.
• Additional license areas including Special Education and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, including differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of high school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Physical & Mental Demands

Works in standard office and school building environments.