Elementary Band, Orchestra, General Music Teacher

**TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:**Teacher calendar.  Salary as per teacher salary schedule.

**OAK HILLS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT**
**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**JOB TITLE:**               TEACHER                                                                                                    
**REPORTS TO:**           Assigned administrator/supervisor
**JOB OBJECTIVE:**Plans, implements and assesses student learning experiences.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**

* Valid state department of education license/certificate as determined at the time of appointment.
* Adheres to the *Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.*
* Anticipates time constraints.  Manages tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
* Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
* Embodies high ethical standards/integrity.  Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct.
* Exhibits consistent, impartial and resourceful decision-making skills.  Interprets information accurately.  Evaluates options thoroughly.  Develops reasonable solutions to resolve issues.
* Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
**Teaches assigned classes/subject matters as scheduled.  Plans/implements lesson plans aligned with**
**state standards/district curriculum goals.**

* Communicates program objectives/performance expectations to students/parents and staff.
* Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy.  Organizes subject content and learning goals.  Prepares instructional materials.  Arranges the classroom for instruction.
* Uses a variety of assessments to evaluate learning styles and academic needs of students.
* Develops educational experiences and varies instructional techniques to effectively engage and advance student learning.  Sustains educational environments that promote high levels of student learning/achievement.  Actively collaborates with staff.  Shares effective instructional strategies.
* Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to manage student learning and monitor progress.
* Collaborates with staff to identify/resolve problems that impede student learning.  Helps ensure assessment procedures support non-biased planning activities.
* Follows district protocols to safeguard student information shared with staff and/or referral sources.
* Provides opportunities for all students to participate in an inclusive educational environment.
* Advocates for students.  Observes student demeanor.  Investigates/reports atypical behavior.
* Helps students better understand themselves, make appropriate choices and grow academically.  Promotes cultural awareness, self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking and creativity skills.
* Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork and positive peer relationships.
* Evaluates student achievement/performance.  Prepares progress reports.
* Proctors state/district testing activities as directed.  Upholds mandated security procedures.
* Requests a student evaluation when a learning need is evident.  Assists with the multi-factored evaluation (MFE) process.  Meets mandated paperwork time lines.
* Plans/implements student intervention strategies that produce tangible evidence-based benefits within specified time-frames.  Monitors intervention efficacy to improve outcomes.
* Ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

**Exemplifies professionalism and fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.**

* Contributes to an effective and positive work/learning environment.  Completes all assigned duties.
* Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.  Functions as part of a cohesive team.
* Encourages community participation in school-sponsored activities.
* Helps students understand/embrace ethical conduct and democratic values.
* Maintains a professional appearance.  Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
* Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
* Pursues the continuous advancement of academic standards.
* Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
* Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.

**Maintains open/effective communications.  Serves as an information resource.**

* Actively participates in staff meetings, conferences and other required school activities.
* Prepares/maintains accurate records.  Submits required paperwork on time.
* Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
* Refers district policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
* Uses active listening and problem-solving techniques to resolve questions/concerns tactfully.
* Uses diplomacy/self-control when dealing with other individuals.  Respects diversity.

**Pursues opportunities to enhance professional performance.**

* Keeps current with advances in technology associated with work assignments.
* Maintains applicable credentials.  Complies with all state licensure requirements.
* Works toward mastery of individualized development/performance goals as directed.

**Takes precautions to ensure safety.  Helps manage/eliminate risks.**

* Intervenes to prevent/stop bullying and inappropriate student behavior.
* Provides appropriate supervision.  Implements effective pupil management procedures.  Upholds the student conduct code.  Maintains high expectations for acceptable student behavior.
* Reports suspected child abuse/neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
* Watches for situations that may indicate a problem.

**Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.**

* Assists with unexpected/urgent situations as needed.
* Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance district goals.

**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
Safety is essential to job performance.  Employees must exercise caution and comply with standard safety regulations and district procedures when involved in the following situations:

* Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, or standing.
* Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
* Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
* Interacting with aggressive, disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
* Lifting, carrying and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
* Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
* Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

*Performance Evaluation:  Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Oak Hills Local School District.*

*The Oak Hills Local School District is an equal opportunity employer.  This job description identifies primary responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed.  This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes and unforeseen events.                                                                                              **Rev. 11/2011***