6th Grade Science Teacher (Long-Term)

Specific Position Responsibilities: Instructional Effectiveness and Skills: Show evidence of daily and long-term planning. Use diverse and effective teaching materials aligned with the Gurnee School District 56 curriculum. Maintain command of the subject material and developmentally appropriate learning process. Keep abreast of educational change. Use effective, discerning, and varying instructional methods that result in engaged and motivated students. Differentiate as appropriate for the varying instructional levels in the classroom; using ongoing assessment data to inform instructional decisions. Develop and implement an age-appropriate classroom management plan that aligns with the school building's existing Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS). Utilize and collaborate with the special education system and staff to support students receiving special services. Implement grading and evaluation procedures consistent with the standards and policies of the district. Evaluate students consistently and in a positive manner. Inform parents of student progress throughout the school year, in addition to conferences and report cards. Phone calls, emails, and other technology tools are encouraged, but one method should not be used exclusively. Learning Environment: Create a classroom that is an interesting, stimulating place for pupils to work and appropriate to their maturity and interests. Maintain physical arrangements of the classroom for effective learning, behavior management and support of the social and emotional well-being of students. Professional Relationships: Show concern for the welfare of colleagues. Work cooperatively with other members of the staff. Participate in school related activities. Show mature and ethical responsibility in all interactions. Respond positively to suggestions for improvement from the administration. Maintain kindness, consideration, respect, helpfulness, and fairness with students. Exhibit an approachable manner when working with parents or community members. Maintain active communication with parents. Maintain tact and sensitivity. Phone calls, emails, and other technology tools are encouraged but should not be used exclusively. Maintain confidentiality when working with information regarding a student and/or their family. Manage all information in a professional manner. Personal Attributes: Set an example for students in grooming, general appearance, and personal characteristics. Use voice effectively and articulate the spoken work in a professional manner. Exhibit interest and enthusiasm about work and be reliable and punctual. Maintain self-control and a positive attitude. Develop a support network of colleagues within the building to provide support when necessary. Show good social adjustment by exhibiting discretion, courtesy tact, poise, humor, and warmth in human relations. Be cooperative and collaborative. Always practice ethical conduct. Other: The teacher shall perform other such tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the building administration and/or superintendent or their designee. Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the agreed upon Evaluation of Certified Personnel with the bargaining agency. 2022