This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing an instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop their academic potential. The teacher is responsible for fostering student learning and growth.
Responsibilities
Establish learning objectives, both immediate and long-range, with written daily, weekly, or unit lesson plans available in the classroom
Provide for systematic growth in fundamental knowledge, skills, appreciation, and attitudes
Teach effectively using class time for designated subject matter as outlined by board-approved program structure, curriculum guides, and policies
Use a variety of techniques to stimulate learning
Use a variety of curriculum materials
Differentiate assignments to meet individual needs
Explain assignments clearly
Limit homework, making it meaningful to what is being taught
Evaluate pupil learning frequently to improve teaching and learning, including frequent teacher-made tests during each grading period
Make provision for individual differences by using effective grouping procedures or individualizing instruction, utilizing a variety of materials at the pupils’ level
Maintain an atmosphere in the class conducive to learning
Demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development, showing respect for the individuality of every child
Exhibit substantial knowledge of subject matter and curriculum objectives
Maintain control, promote self-discipline, character, and respect for others through positive control techniques in keeping with state law, board policy, and school rules
Use orderly procedures for normal classroom control in learning activities, with simple and consistent routines for roll check, collections, and handling materials
Follow the rules and regulations of the assigned school and the Rapides Parish School Board
Follow a time and/or duty schedule authorized by the school principal for the school day and extra-curricular activities
Report to school ten minutes before school begins and remain ten minutes after school closes
Sign in and out of school on appropriate forms
Be in the assigned classroom or other area of responsibility when the class period begins, ensuring no class is left unsupervised
Remain at school during the school day unless permission is obtained from the Principal
Attend any administrative and/or professional meetings called by the Principal
Notify the Principal in case of absence in sufficient time to secure a substitute, and notify the Principal of advance plans to return to school
Follow guidelines as set forth by the Rapides Parish School Board staff
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Maintain an attractive and clean classroom
Account for and be responsible for the care of all textbooks, pupil desks, other furniture, equipment, and instructional materials assigned to the classroom, laboratory, or other areas of responsibility
Be neat and accurate in completing required records and reports, turning them in promptly and on time
Obtain permission of the Principal for field trips
Get parents' written consent for field trips
Make certain field trips have educational value related to current classroom instruction
Properly prepare pupils for field trip experiences and follow-up on return
Ensure all vehicles for field trips have public liability insurance and all drivers are properly licensed
Assure that trips are adequately chaperoned and that pupils are properly supervised by teacher and chaperons
Assure that all children are picked up, upon return, by parents, guardian, or authorized person, before the teacher leaves
Exhibit enthusiasm and self-confidence, assuming a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and development of all pupils
Maintain good public relations, making positive contributions to parents’ understanding of pupils’ progress
Be ethical in contacts with parents, other laymen, fellow professionals, and pupils
Participate in faculty and system-wide in-service programs, keeping current by taking credit or non-credit college courses applicable to the area of responsibility for teaching, taking part in appropriate workshops and conferences, and reading current professional literature
Be loyal to the administration of the school system and the school
Establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan in accordance with the Rapides Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan
Carry out the Performance Expectations and Indicators for Teachers in the NIET rubric as outlined in Bulletin 130, covering Instructional, Planning, and Environment Domains
Observe standards of conduct inside and outside of school, demonstrating integrity and dependability, setting a desirable example for pupils
Set a good example for pupils by dressing appropriately and being well groomed within the provisions of the dress code adopted by the Board
Use language which is void of vulgarity, lewdness, coarseness, or profanity
Maintain self-control and poise
Maintain good general health with the physical vitality to perform the duties of an effective teacher
Enunciate clearly in a pleasant, controlled voice, expressing ideas clearly, employing good English usage
Demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations, showing control and effectiveness under pressures, demonstrating a mature understanding of problems
Accept responsibility commensurate with assigned tasks, meeting obligations to pupils and staff on time
Be in attendance at work except for personal illness or emergency as defined by the policies of the Rapides Parish School Board
Perform any other duties assigned by the superintendent and/or evaluator within the scope of teaching and learning during contracted work hours
Follow Federal, State, School Board, and school policies
Fulfill duties traditionally expected of those in the teaching profession, including lesson plans and instruction
Collaborate with colleagues and departments
Grade papers
Take and record attendance
Enter and average grades
Maintain positive and timely interaction with parents relative to the performance or conduct of students
Participate in school committees or task forces to contribute to school improvement initiatives
Stay current with educational or coaching best practices and techniques
Supervise students when they are on or off campus at a school-related/sponsored event
Supervise students prior to school and/or drop-off, when assigned
Supervise students in the classroom
Supervise students between classes, during recess/intermission, during lunch, and assemblies
Supervise students after school and/or pick-up, when assigned
Attend meetings generally associated with the instruction of students
Attend faculty, staff, and department meetings
Attend training sessions
Attend IEP meetings
Attend parent-teacher conferences
Attend back-to-school and open-house events
Attend graduation
Attend PGP, PIP, Evaluation, Observation, IAP, and student discipline meetings/hearings
Attend school board/committee meetings, upon request
Attend all meetings and functions of those activities, clubs, or groups of which the employee is a sponsor
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
Any additional certifications/qualifications specified by the Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel Bulletin 746
Important Details
Schedule: Nine, ten, eleven, or twelve months
About the Company
The Rapides Parish School Board aims to provide an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.