Title One Teacher (Grant funded)

Performance Responsibilities

• Promotes and develops successful reading/math instruction for students and performs related duties in accordance with Title I requirements.
• Responsible for group and individual instruction in reading and/or math for students who meet state and federal guidelines.
• Supervises and develops lessons for Para professionals.
• Absess and tracks student progress by implementing a variety of assessment instruments to determine eligibility.
• Promotes a high level of achievement for all students.
• Uses techniques and methodologies appropriate for student ability level.
• Identifies and documents instruction using learning objectives with clear understanding of student outcomes.
• Completes quarterly progress reports to parents.
• Completes daily log of activities.
• Acts as an instructional leader in the area of reading and math for the school.
• Plan and carry out activities for Title I parents' involvement in school.
• Disseminate public information about the project in accordance with dissemination plan and schedule whenever newsworthy events occur during the project year.
• Maintains liaison with administrative team of Central Office personnel and principals.
• Incorporate the New Hampshire Frameworks and Grade Level Expectations into daily and long term planning.
• Plan for children with different learning styles and abilities.
• Utilize data from standardized and teacher made assessments to drive instruction.
• Exhibit a deep and accurate understanding of subject area knowledge.
• Utilize research based teaching strategies.
• Work collaboratively with specialists and colleagues to plan effective instruction for all children.
• Clearly communicate the learning objective and the importance of the learning to all students.
• Prepare plans for substitute teachers.
• Communicate with parents/guardians of all students as necessary.
• Work to improve student performance and supports the district goal of improving standardized testing results by 5-7 percentage points each year.
• Integrate technology into the curriculum for all students.

Classroom Management

• Provide for adequate protection of students.
• Maintain appropriate student records.
• Administer testing situations according to state and local guidelines.
• Engage parents to assist in discipline.
• Teach effectively and with professional demeanor.
• Set high expectations for students.
• Praise academic achievement.
• Use clarity of explanation and presentations.
• Supervise group work effectively.

Interaction

• Create an atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Build students' self-esteem and confidence.
• Set an appropriate example for students in personal hygiene and appearance.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching.

School Organization

• Assume responsibility for carrying out school/district rules and regulations.
• Serve on at least one committee every three years.
• Make positive suggestions for school improvement.
• Complete paperwork and student records accurately and on time.

Professional

• Act on constructive criticism to improve professionally.
• Participate in professional development activities.