Teacher – MOESC

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Valid New Jersey department of Education Teacher Certification in the field of Instruction.
2. Teacher of the Handicapped or TOSD Preferred
3. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in area to be taught.

REPORTS TO: Principal/Director and/or Supervisor

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determination of appropriate principles of learning, classroom organizational structures, and kind and level of materials.
Implement an instructional program which provides appropriate learning experiences for each student.
Utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
Assess student achievements related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes. Maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
Manage the behavior of students in instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process.
Coordinate instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
Request assistance of and work with resource personnel, as needed.
Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.
Supervise and assign work to classroom aides and parent/student volunteers, if appropriate.
Ensure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of students’ progress.
Ensure classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are in good condition and accessible to students.
Participate in program wide student activities.
Participate in the writing implementation of education plans and reviews as required.
Work in a self-contained, team, departmental, itinerant capacity, or at a field work site, as assigned.
Participate in in-services and staff development activities and staff meetings as required.