Math - Junior High

Reports to Building Principal

• Employed for a period of 184 days as set in the annual calendar
• Reviewed annually with recommendation for re-employment by April 15

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Teacher Certification in specified area by the State of Missouri
• Understanding the role of the classroom teacher and the public school’s relationship to the community and the people served
• Capacity to make thoughtful decisions based on facts, knowledge, and insight and the courage to stand by the results
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, small and large groups, by correspondence or oral expression
• Ability to organize and plan effectively
• Possess an ethical and professional attitude toward colleagues and the policies of the district

• Employed in March with contract effective July 1
• Vacations, leave policies and fringe benefits as stated in Board policies
• Spend the necessary time required to fulfill the duties of the position
• Be a member and participant in the activities of professional organizations vital to the development of professional excellence
• Opportunity to continue professional preparation with the prior approval of Administration
• Opportunity to attend professional meetings at district expense
• Work cooperatively with administration and staff throughout the district

• Possess a thorough understanding of, and an ability to relate to youth
• Capacity to accept criticism calmly and with dignity, and without adopting a defensive attitude
• Participate in the total educational program of the school and exhibit interest in the student activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Available for consultation with students, parents and other personnel before and after regular school hours
• Handle requests, misunderstandings or difficulties through proper administrative channels
• Maintain order and discipline in the classroom as will best promote the welfare of the school
• Responsible for the safety, conduct and instruction of students in their charge and for students outside of class hours as assigned
• Responsible for the progress of students for whom they instruct
• Maintain current knowledge and skill in teaching methodology, subject matter and contemporary educational approaches
• Maintain accurate records for student reporting (grades, attendance, IEP, etc.)
• Monitor/consult with school health nurse regarding health-related issues reflecting student achievement
• Provide outreach, referral and assistance to Mo Health Net  eligible and potentially eligible children and their families
• Take proper care of school facilities and equipment to prevent abuse and misuse
• Attend regular and special meetings as required by the administration
• Maintain communication and a working relationship with members of the staff and District Office staff
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by the Building Administrator

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Other duties will be required to be performed as assigned by district administration.