Teacher-US
Works under the direct supervision of the principal.Works effectively with the Archway child study team, sending district child study teams, administration, parents and support staff (teacher assistants, crisis counselor, related services)Gives direction to teacher assistantUtilizes teacher assistant appropriately to provide student activitiesDevelops effective classroom management systemOrganizes classroom environment/lessons effectively to meet students needsHas a copy of students current IEP and maintains records of goal/objective masteryUtilizes appropriate methods/materials to help student succeedOrganizes/utilizes classroom learning center and displays student work/behavioral contractsMaintains ongoing and regular contact with parents concerning: student growth, behavior, needsKeep up-to-date anecdotal records and work folders indicating pupils current level of functioning in each basic skill areaAssists in curriculum development selection of educational materials and equipmentUtilizes a sequential curricula with planned experiences to enable students to:- develop self-expression- improve self-concept- develop social skills- develop self-help skills- improve work/study habits- apply knowledge in basic skill areas- improve pupils health/physical development- develop career awareness- improve pre-vocational/vocational skillsMaintains/turns in lesson plans and on-going communication forms weekly to the principalParticipates in orientation/in-service programs, staff meetings, and students educational problems/needsControls classroom environment through approved private use of disciplineDisciplines students while encouraging positive self-growth rather than punishmentParticipates in PIP for professional developmentArrives to work on time and adheres to the electronic sign in/payroll system and attendance policyAttends yearly Handle With Care and CPI training.Maintains confidentiality of students personal information at all times.Maintains student information in a locked and secure space.NJ Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate