Slate Mountain School - (YIC) Slate Canyon Site

Secondary Teacher - Math 7-12 Grade Levels

Requirements:

Experience: Job-related experience is required

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Content Area

Equivalency: Preference is given to candidates with experience working with students in residential treatment, youth in custody, and other alternative education settings.

Certificates and Licenses

Current State of Utah Teaching License 

Appropriate Content Area Endorsement(s)  

Special Education License Preference

Secondary License Required

• Math Endorsement Required

Continuing Educ. / Training

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex technical tasks, and skills need to be upgraded periodically to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to perform the job include applying assessment instruments, operating standard office equipment, using pertinent software applications, and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to create and present and facilitate math learnign for students, use of basic technology, compose various documents, and participate in  and contribute to faculty learning communities.. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the job's functions include appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY must schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in various circumstances, work with data utilizing defined but different processes, and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with diverse individuals and/or groups, work with various data, and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem-solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines, and problem-solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the job's functions include establishing and maintaining constructive relationships, adapting to changing work priorities, maintaining confidentiality, exhibiting tact and patience, and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working in conjuction with Juvenile Justice staff to provide programming, using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services significantly.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a secure Juvenile Justice facility with incarcerated youth. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching,, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 20% walking, and 60% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a hazard-free environment.

Purpose Statement

The job of Teaching - is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas, developing lesson plans, and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: It requires an appropriate secondary-level license and content area endorsement (s).
This job reports to the Building Principal.

Essential Functions

Administers subject-specific assessments and instructional activities to develop formative assessments of student competency levels, plan for enrichment and interventions, and assist in developing individual student learning plans.

Advises students and stakeholders of student progress (e.g., progress reports, digital and written communications, etc.) to resolve concerns; communicates expectations, grades, student achievement, and behavior; reinforces classroom goals in the home environment.

Assesses and records student progress toward objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide regular feedback to students, parents, and administration.

Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment to provide quality educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the school community.

Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel and stakeholders to improve student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives supporting the school improvement plan.

Coordinates various activities (e.g., activities, curriculum development, lesson plans, etc.) to ensure the availability of equipment, materials, and personnel to achieve objectives.

Differentiates instruction through various instructional strategies and activities, providing appropriate interventions to help all students meet assigned course expectations.

Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.

Implements approved academic and behavior plans for students as directed by the school administration and in collaboration with parents/guardians (e.g., 504 plans, IEP plans, special health-care plans, etc.) to promote student achievement and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Manages student behavior with appropriate strategies (e.g., PBIS) to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.

Models professionalism in all areas of employment and in student interactions according to the PCSD Employee Code of Conduct Policy to provide effective instruction, protect students, and demonstrate appropriate social and interpersonal behaviors at all times.

Monitors students in various educational environments (e.g., classrooms, hallways, common areas, school grounds, field trips, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.

Participates in all emergency preparedness drills and training as directed by the school administration (e.g., Fire, Evacuation, Lockdown, etc.) to ensure the safety and preparation of all students and staff members for emergencies.

Participates in various meetings (e.g., PLC and Department Meetings, Committee Assignments, IEP/504 Meetings, etc.) to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.

Prepares various written materials (e.g., grades, attendance, parent communications, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.

Provides high-quality instruction using proven instructional strategies, technology, and other resources to promote growth and student achievement in assigned academic content areas.

Reports incidents related to student safety to appropriate school administration or counseling staff (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to respond to critical needs, maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to District Policy and State Law.

Responds to inquiries from various sources on time (e.g., other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) to resolve issues and provide information and/or direction.

Responds to emergencies to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Supports other classroom teachers with planning and instructional activities (e.g., PLC, Collaboration, Mentoring, etc.) to assist them in implementing established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.