Computer Education Teacher; PK

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Reports To
Receives administrative direction from the Principal or other administrative official of a higher grade

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE
Computer Education Teacher (PK-8)
DEPARTMENT
Academics
BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION
Waterbury Teachers Association
FLSA DESIGNATION
Exempt

Part i - Summary Of Classification
This class is accountable for facilitating learning, academic achievement and personal development by providing instruction to students. This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates understanding the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.

Part Ii - Minimum Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.

Special Requirement

• In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.
• LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Employment in this class is conditional upon possession of a valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate/endorsement(s) appropriate to the teaching assignment.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator’s license.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student’s life and learning;
• Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures;
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI);
• Knowledge of Social Emotional Learning (SEL);
• Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs;
• Interpersonal and social skills;
• Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Intervention (SRBI);
• Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment;
• Ability to effectively employ strategies that reinforce positive behavior;
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
• Ability to prepare and organize materials to support teaching and learning, as directed by a licensed teacher;
• Ability to reinforce the development of student social skills by using appropriate strategies to modify the environment;
• Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students;
• Ability always to communicate using correct grammar;
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations;
• Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and parents through oral and written communication;
• Ability to implement lessons based on school objectives and student needs and abilities;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and to understand abstract and concrete variables;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret lesson plans, technical procedures, and textbooks;
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists;
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts;
• Ability, both orally and in writing, to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from individuals, administrators, parents, and students.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES
Not applicable

Part Iv - Essential Functions
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to…