Title One Teacher (Grant funded)

This position requires k-8 elementary education certification***FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTPosition Title: Teacher for Title I StudentsEmployment Terms: 189 Days per yearQualificationsMeets all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the State of New HampshireThe minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or universityA valid New Hampshire Teacher CertificateProfessional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experienceAbility to work collaboratively to achieve the overall purposes of the school programReports to: Building PrincipalSupervisesParaprofessionals assigned to his/her programEvaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Agreement between the FMRSD and the Fall Mountain Teachers Association, Inc.Job GoalsThe teacher is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for academic, artistic, athletic, and social growth.Make knowledge accessible to all studentsDevelop students' cognitive capacity and respect for learningFoster students' academic, artistic, athletic and social skillsPerformance Responsibilities Instructional ProgramTitle I teacher promotes and develops successful reading/math instruction for students and performs related duties in accordance with Title I requirements.Responsible for group and individual instruction in reading and/or math for students who meet state and federal guidelinesSupervises and develops lessons for Para professionalsAssess and tracks student progress by implementing a variety of assessment instruments to determine eligibilityPromotes a high level of achievement for all studentsUses techniques and methodologies appropriate for student ability levelIdentifies and documents instruction using learning objectives with clear understanding of student outcomes.Completes quarterly progress reports to parentsCompletes daily log of activitiesActs as an instructional leader in the area of reading and math for the schoolPlan and carry out activities for Title I parents' involvement in schoolPromotes Title I services in the schoolDisseminates public information about the project in accordance with dissemination plan and schedule whenever newsworthy events occur during the project year.Maintains liaison with administrative team of Central Office personnel and principalsIncorporate the New Hampshire Frameworks and Grade Level Expectations into daily and long term planning.Plan for children with different learning styles and abilitiesUtilize data from standardized and teacher made assessments to drive instructionExhibit a deep and accurate understanding of subject area knowledgeUtilize research based teaching strategiesWork collaboratively with specialists and colleagues to plan effective instruction for all childrenClearly communicate the learning objective and the importance of the learning to all studentsPrepare plans for substitute teachersImplement prescribed instructional programsCommunicate with parents/guardians of all students as necessaryWork to improve student performance and supports the district goal of improving standardized testing results by 5-7 percentage points each yearIntegrate technology into the curriculum for all students Classroom ManagementProvide for adequate protection of studentsMaintain appropriate student recordsAdminister testing situations according to state and local guidelinesEngage parents to assist in disciplineTeach effectively and with professional demeanorset high expectations for studentspraise academic achievementuse clarity of explanation and presentationsupervise group work effectively InteractionMaintain an atmosphere where students feel free to participateCreate an atmosphere of mutual respectBuild students' self-esteem and confidenceSets an appropriate example for students in personal hygiene and appearanceDemonstrate enthusiasm for teaching School OrganizationAssume responsibility for carrying out school/district rules and regulationsServe on at least one committee every three yearsMake positive suggestions for school improvementComplete paperwork and student records accurately and on time ProfessionalAct on constructive criticism to improve professionallyParticipate in professional development activitiesAttendance is regular and consistentFall Mountain Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity EmployerFall Mountain Regional School District does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of students because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, age, marital status, familial status, economic status, physical or mental disability, national origin, ancestry, or sexual orientation. Fall Mountain Regional School District does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of school employees because of age, sex, race, religion, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX") is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in education programs and activities. All public and private educational institutions that receive any federal funds must comply with Title IX.