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Woodland West School

Woodland West School is hiring: K-8 Teacher (Target Content) - PreK Sped Teacher

Woodland West School, Harvey, LA, United States

  • The target content areas are: Special Education (All grade levels), Math (grades 6-12), Physics, Chemistry and English Second Language (ESL) (All grade levels). Subject to change based on critical shortage areas.
  • To receive the target content stipend, the teacher must hold a Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in content area.


SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Promote the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of any student assigned.


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Uses available instructional materials and a variety of techniques in providing opportunities for student achievement and development.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.
  • Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
  • Maintains an attractive classroom, reporting unsafe conditions when repairs are needed. 5. Develops and implements proper classroom management techniques.
  • Completes reports, assignments and records in a timely fashion.
  • Collects lunch and/or activity monies as may be necessary.
  • Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
  • Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations.
  • Reports promptly for all assigned duties.
  • Notifies the principal or designated person of impending absence.
  • Supplies substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
  • Maintains properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.
  • Becomes knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources in the system.
  • Uses a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.
  • Exhibits self-control and decorum for student emulation.
  • Provides for individual differences.
  • Continually evaluates student progress and plan with student needs in mind.
  • Cooperates with school-based and central office personnel.
  • Encourages parent to be informed of the student's progress and needs.
  • Demonstrates evidence of professional growth, participates in inservice training and contributes to faculty meetings and/or faculty studies.
  • Conforms to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety and welfare of assigned students.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
  • Plans for and actively participates in the evaluation process.
  • Performs all other duties assigned by the principal.


WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:
  • The teacher will work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subject to climate extremes.
  • Work day consists of teacher hours at assigned school site according to bargaining unit agreement.


COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
  • A teacher must be able to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing.
  • Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system.
  • Must be able to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel.


EQUIPMENT USED:
  • Telephone, audio-visual equipment, classroom computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, and other appropriate machines.


PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:
  • Standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting 10 pounds is sometimes required. Must be able to operate classroom equipment.
  • Must be able to physically transfer, restrain or position special education students as required.


MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:
  • Must be able to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students.
  • Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.
  • Must keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions.
  • Must be able to comply with state and parish regulations.
  • Must be able to utilize effective classroom management techniques.


HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:
  • Must be able to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel.
  • Must be able to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • College Degree
  • Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
  • Certification in area of assignment

Compensation:
  • JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
  • JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.