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Location: Dayton,Ohio,United States
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
- Past experiences and actions reflect a commitment to the DLA mission and core values
- Demonstrates a sense of urgency and relentless pursuit of significant student achievement in a high need, urban environment
- Reflective, self-aware and adaptable to others’ communication and work styles
- Critical thinker and problem solver who takes initiative
- Belief in the power of collaboration and strives to build a collaborative culture with DLA community, staff, families and students
TEAM CORE VALUES
- Unwavering belief in students
- Passion for excellence
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Respect for others in the community
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Dayton Leadership Academies teachers plan and deliver engaging lessons, create a positive classroom culture grounded in our core values, and assess and monitor student progress so that all students are in relentless pursuit of excellence. The essential functions are:
I. INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING
- Utilize the curriculum provided (Wit and Wisdom) and high quality instructional materials
- Ensure that lesson plans align with the school's academic program
- Plan student interventions and differentiated instruction based on assessment data
- Collaborate with grade level and house team on curriculum and student needs
- Help prepare and implement Section 504 and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements
- Share knowledge and resources to enhance the educational process
II. CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT, INSTRUCTION, and ASSESSMENT
- Create effective and engaging learning experiences aligned to the Ohio State Standards
- Implement effective classroom management procedures
- Demonstrate successful implementation of teaching techniques and classroom management skills (i.e., creative instructional strategies, articulate communication of information, positive interactions with students, overall organization of learning environment)
- Vary instructional techniques to address individual learning styles
- Provide differentiated instruction for all students in the class
- Integrate technology into instructional program and demonstrate professional use
- Promote the proper use and care of school property; take precautions to ensure student safety
- Evaluate the needs of students using formative and summative assessments, including assessments required by the school and state
- Prepare students for proficiency on interim and state tests and/or alternative assessments
- Evaluate student progress and assign grades using online grade book
- Maintain high standards and uphold the student conduct code
- Communicate with families regularly for positive recognition and support (e.g., telephone calls, messages, meetings, etc.); reinforce the Family Compact
III. PROFESSIONALISM
- Contribute in meaningful ways to school-wide goals and student goals
- Implement school and district policies and procedures
- Supervise students at all times; supervise non-classroom activities when assigned in accordance with the negotiated agreement
- Participate in open houses, families conferences, awards ceremonies, and school events as directed
- Maintain accurate records and submit reports on time
- Serve on at least one school committee and/or coach/advise an extracurricular activity
- Coach other teachers on the team in areas of personal expertise; mentor a tutor or resident, as needed
- Monitor use of the Intra/Internet to ensure compliance with school guidelines
- Respect personal privacy; maintain the confidentiality of privileged information
- Perform other specific job-related duties as directed in accordance with the negotiated agreement
Additional Job Information
- Demonstrate professionalism and maintain a positive attitude
- Skillfully manage individual, group and organizational interaction
- Communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and writing skills
- Use self-control, perseverance and physical skill to manage students
- Organize tasks and manage time effectively
- Avert problem situations and intervene to resolve conflicts
- Lift, carry, and/or move instructional supplies and equipment
- Perform activities that may require reaching, crouching, and/or kneeling
- Maintain an acceptable attendance record and is punctual
- Travel to meetings and work assignments
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
I.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree, valid state teaching certification/licensure
II. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Two (2) years of classroom teaching experience preferred
- Ability to build relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Ability to use curriculum to plan engaging and rigorous lessons
- Ability to deliver lessons, check for understanding, and make adjustments as needed
- Experience analyzing student assessment data, using it to inform instruction, and differentiating instruction to meet all students’ needs
- Highly effective writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Effective use of technology (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, online attendance and gradebooks)
HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION
TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time, Academic
EVALUATION: Reports to Dean of Academics; evaluated formally twice per year using DLA teacher performance rubric
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