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Cincinnati Public Schools

Grade 7/8 MD/AU Unit (482)

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TitleGrade 7/8 MD/AU Unit
Posting ID482
Description

Classroom Teacher

  

ROLE SUMMARY

 

To provide educational opportunities where students may fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth in a standard classroom or Montessori setting; and to provide instruction that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with Cincinnati Public Schools standards.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / SKILLS:

 

  1. Plans for and guides the learning process to help students achieve state standards. 
  1. Must be able to verbally & physically interact with students as needed.
  1. Maintains a classroom atmosphere which is safe and conducive to learning. 
  1. Establishes a professional relationship with all assigned students. 
  1. Maintains an open line of communication with parents/guardians using the tools provided by the district including, but not limited to PowerSchool and Cognos.
  1. Maintains a professional demeanor with students, parents, coworkers and administration.
  1. Work experience with children in a multi-ethnic situation preferred.

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Commitment to helping urban students to succeed; with an emphasis on urban schools with diverse socioeconomic levels, racial and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Willingness to spend the time needed to effectively meet the challenges, objectives, and mission of the CPS district.
  • Ability to be professional, compassionate, empathetic, and caring dedicated to human growth and development. 
  • Oversees and maintains a positive academic atmosphere conducive to learning and the safety of students. 
  • Implements instructional program, and maintains a climate where students are actively engaged in a meaningful and productive learning experiences.
  • Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
  • Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement
  • Maintains effective and efficient records of student performance.
  • Consistently uses technology for the benefit of students' education.
  • Establishes a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
  • Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
  • Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment. 
  • Ensures that student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for groups and subject areas.
  • Accepts responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals.
  • Supervises students at all times during the school day.
  • Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, and honoring schedules. 
  • Seeks to involve parents, corporations, and the community in the education of youth.
  • Participates cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to develop a method of evaluation in conformance with district guidelines.
  • Maintains licensure requirements and professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.
  • Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas. 
  • Communicates in a second language when applicable. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree or higher in secondary or elementary education from an accredited college or university.

 

Licensure: Ohio Teacher license appropriate for subject(s) and grade levels taught.

 

 

CONTRACT PROVISIONS

 

Contract Provisions:  191 days Limited Contract

 

Salary:  Certificated Classroom Teacher per CFT Cincinnati Federation of Teachers (CFT) agreement

 

 

 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

 

Certain jobs at Cincinnati Public Schools may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation are available upon request from Human Resources.

 

 

CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary RangePer Year
LocationHughes STEM HS

Applications Accepted

Start Date08/12/2024