Position: 6th grade self contained teacher
Location: Athens High School
Reports To: Building Principal
Salary: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement
Effective Date: October 2024
Deadline: Until Filled

Minimum Qualifications:
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Hold a State of Michigan K-8 Teaching Certificate endorsement.
Middle School teaching experience preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach and implement district-approved curriculum.
Evaluate student performance using both formal and informal assessment activities.
Develop lesson plans and instructional material and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Plan and direct instruction, engaging students and increasing academic achievement.
Maintain a secure and orderly classroom environment which is conducive to academic pursuits.
Prepare and maintain lesson plans.
Assist with planning curriculum, lessons and teaching methods, and maintain documentation of student performance.
Leverage student management system for effective tracking and documentation of student performance.
Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
Identify student needs and develop strategies for individual education plans (IEP).
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Establish and maintain appropriate records and reports.
Conduct parent/teacher conferences.
Using a growth mindset, seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Maintain a professional personal appearance.
Adhere to district health and safety procedures as well as Board of Education policies.
Maintain confidentiality and FERPA laws.
Possess the ability, flexibility, and willingness to participate, and in some cases organize extra-curricular activities.
Ability to use educational technology to deepen learning experiences for students.
Select and requisition books and instructional materials; maintain required inventory records
Other duties as assigned

6th grade Self Contained Teacher - Athens Jr/Sr High School