Discovery Charter School Job Codes: 2021, 2022 EEOC: Professional Teacher, K-8 Job Summary: Under direction of Executive Director, responsible for implementing developmental instructional programs for pupils in grades K-8. Essential Job Functions: •Develops instructional plans on a yearly and unit basis within the framework of the prescribed curriculum. •Provides planned experiences that motivate pupils toward independent and original thought. Provide opportunities for student choice and decision-making. •Develops a program to meet the needs of pupils with widely varying intelligence and capabilities by providing individualized and small-group instruction, multi-level materials, and independent study. •Creates a functional and attractive environment for learning through displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. •Establishes and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an effective learning environment. •Identifies pupil’s needs and cooperate with other professionals to assess and help pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. •Provides planned learning experiences which include leading pupils to reaching state goals and objectives. •Develops and/or utilize appropriate evaluation systems and techniques which monitor pupils’ progress toward mastering curricular objectives. •Works cooperatively in measuring student growth; evaluate pupil’s academic and social growth; keep appropriate records; prepare progress reports; and communicate with parents as needed on the pupil’s progress. •Uses student progress data to design classroom instruction and instructional intervention. •Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the working day. •Integrates field trips to enrich curricula. •Shares in the responsibilities for school activities and participates in faculty committees. •Instructs students in emergency procedures and supervises drills. •Plans and pursues a program of personal professional growth; participates in appropriate School, county and statewide in-service education activities. •Participates in the identification of School goals and objectives and the development of strategies for their implementation. •Participates in curriculum improvement and other developmental programs within the school. •Plans and coordinates the work of student teachers, aides, and other para-professionals, including parent volunteers. •Works effectively with parent volunteers and help volunteers increase their understanding of teaching methodology and small group management skills. Performs other duties as assigned. Employment Standards: Education & Experience: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree. Prior experience working with developmental based educational programs is highly desirable. Credentials: Elementary level (K-5) teachers must possess a valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and meet NCLB requirements. Middle school level (6-8) teachers must possess a valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and/or Single Subject Teaching Credential, as well as, meet the NCLB “highly qualified teacher” requirements of core subject matter competency. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: •Knowledge of developmental based educational instructional strategies; •Ability to communicate ideas and instruction clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; •Ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement; •Ability and desire to work effectively with classroom volunteers; •Ability to work effectively as a team member; •Ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Working Conditions: •Regular requirement to stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch; •Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; •Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue; •Occasional evening and/or weekend work.