Teacher High School prepares lesson plans and instructs students in an assigned secondary school. Develops and implements grade appropriate course work, activities, and assessments to meet the academic needs of children in a grade 6-12 classroom setting. Being a Teacher High School evaluates and monitors student's performance. Assesses and documents students' progress. Additionally, Teacher High School participates in development and implementation of Individual Education Plans for specific students. Resolves classroom issues and conflicts. May participate in implementing special programs for students. May supervise teaching assistants. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require state-specific teaching license. Typically requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a principal. The Teacher High School occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Teacher High School typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Requirements stated herein are minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify for this position. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position successfully, the employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each task proficiently. "Ability" means to possess and apply both knowledge and skill.
The methods of meeting these requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. Some requirements, however, may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.
SUMMARY
Under direction, to teach and instruct pupils in grades 6 through 12 in secondary academic subject matter, social, behavioral, and other educational skill areas; to plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive educational program for secondary level pupils; to assist upper secondary level pupils in making appropriate life style adjustments, and in the determination of career and vocational choices; and to do other related functions as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position classification requires subject area expertise commonly associated with secondary teaching and instruction. Directly related teaching and instruction experience is suggested to perform problem analysis using prescribed principles, methods and concepts. The position classification performs decision analysis and makes decisions of considerable consequence in determining how best to aid students in the learning process. The functional role of this position classification requires the application and interpretation of data, facts, procedures, and policies. The incumbent meets frequently with school administrators, teachers, and other staff to communicate information, data, and alternative problem solutions.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of secondary level pupils;
Academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary level pupils;
Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive secondary programming;
Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures;
Socio-economic and cultural background differences of the school population.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the secondary level;
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds;
Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs;
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment;
Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:
Experience:
Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university, or two years of regular full time secondary level teaching experience.
Education:
Possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in an academic major or minor subject matter fields commonly taught in secondary grade levels.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT
Possession of certification as required by Kentucky law.
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