Middle School Classroom Teacher (Grades 6-8)
Purpose of the position
To teach students, manage and maintain the classroom, and monitor assigned students.
Strategic Goal Area I –Student Achievement
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Plan with deep knowledge of content and delivery
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Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum
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Plan interdisciplinary units with real-world connections
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Use the curriculum to plan instruction and assessment
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Use an organizing framework to plan instruction
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Plan assessment to measure mastery of the curriculum
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Demonstrate research-based strategies
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Engage higher-order thinking skills
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Utilize appropriate differentiation
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Utilize flexible grouping practices
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Utilize accessible technology
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Demonstrate high expectation
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Communicate learning expectations
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Provide effective feedback
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Utilize diagnostic assessment strategies
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Utilize formative assessment strategies
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Utilize summative assessment strategies
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Utilizes data to design interventions
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Promote academic progress across all content areas—GPS and Non-GPS
Strategic Goal Area II – Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
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Foster a sense of community and belonging
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Establish relationships with families and community
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Communicate effectively with students, peers, administration, parents and public
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Exhibit pleasant behavior and project a positive image when dealing with
students, peers, administration, parents and public
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Follow and enforce regulations concerning student conduct, discipline and
attendance
Strategic Goal Area III – Efficient and Effective Operational Processes
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Maintain a positive learning environment
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Maximize instructional time
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Help students take responsibility for behavior and learning
Strategic Goal Area IV – Continuous System and School Improvement
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Grow professionally through job-embedded learning
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Enhance knowledge and skills through professional learning
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Work collaboratively with peers, administration and parents to ensure student
success
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Actively supports the school improvement plan
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Any additional duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the system or
individual school
Other Expectations
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Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia
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Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance /timeliness
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Complete assignments and requirements on time and in compliance with
directions
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Maintain accurate, complete, and appropriate records and file reports promptly
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Maintain confidentiality of information and records for students and staff
JOB STANDARDS
(Minimum qualifications needed to perform essential job functions):
Valid Georgia professional certification in the assigned teaching field
JOB LOCATION
(Place(s) where work is performed):
Local school site
EQUIPMENT (Machines, Devices, Tools, Etc., Used In Job Performance)
Current Technology
CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE (Needed For This Job Specifically)
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Subject area knowledge
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Communication skills
Name Of Evaluation Instrument Used For This Job Description
Teacher Keys Effectiveness System
FLSA: Exempt
05/03/2023