Job Summary:

The Teacher at AMERICAN PREP reports to the School Academic Director (Elementary) and is responsible for the instruction and assessment of a class of students and for coordinating and conducting all activities in relation to student learning and accomplishing the mission of AMERICAN PREP.

Duties/Responsibilities:

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  Commits to delivering the AMERICAN PREP curriculum to all students equitably.

  
  


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  Adheres to the AMERICAN PREP Staff Manual.

  
  


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  Follows the 180-day plan for their grade level or subject level, and updates the plan annually to allow for data-driven improvements.

  
  


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  Communicates knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner.

  
  


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  Assesses student achievement and develops plans to ensure student progress based on assessment data.

  
  


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  Develops and maintains a stimulating and nurturing environment that meets student's individual and class needs.

  
  


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  Works with team partners or others as appropriate to develop curriculum that aligns with the AMERICAN PREP standards and the school's charter.

  
  


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  Uses Direct Instruction approaches where required or recommended

  
  


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  Implements the CHAMPs program.

  
  


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  Supports standards-based instructional approaches that ensure the continuous progress of students desiring more challenge, including but not limited to high-ability and high-performance learners.

  
  


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  Participates in team meetings and offers professional guidance and input

  
  


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  Engages in professional communication that meets AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.

  
  


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  Utilizes data gathering and submits required reports in a timely manner.

  
  


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  Demonstrates an understanding of the Trivium and provides instruction appropriate to the phase of learning students are in. Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with this understanding.

  
  


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  Shows empathy for and understanding of students.

  
  


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  Prepare students adequately for all required assessments

  
  


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  Develops with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity. Facilitates resolution of problems that may arise with students and parents.

  
  


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  Holds parent/student/teacher conferences as outlined in the staff manual.

  
  


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  Works effectively with parent volunteers.

  
  

Professional Development Responsibilities:

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  Models and promotes positive interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills as outlined in AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.

  
  


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  Assumes responsibility for his/her professional growth which may include but not be limited to conferences, meetings, observation and in-service training driven by student needs and school objectives.

  
  


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  Works as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, educational experience and training.

  
  

Leadership Responsibilities:

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  Acts as a role model and resource for students and other staff members

  
  


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  Demonstrates and encourage creativity and excellence

  
  


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  Is willing to assume responsibilities outside of the classroom in order to achieve the needs of a small but growing school with limited resources

  
  


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  Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Director