Project PLUS - Teacher

Greenbush - The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for a Project PLUS - Teacher at Project PLUS - Topeka.

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2024. Position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. Must have legal ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Job Summary: To plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: 

A valid drivers license is required for employment. REAL ID is required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.

1. Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
2. Valid Kansas teaching licensure with applicable endorsement or those interested in teaching with plan to obtain teaching license.
3. Relevant teaching experience.
4. Knowledge of relevant technology.

Must be in good standing with partnering district(s) where the program is located.

Preferred:

1. Special education endorsement.
2. Applicable teaching level/area endorsements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

1. Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
2. Develop schemes of work and lesson plans.
3. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
4. Prepare the classroom for class activities.
5. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
6. Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs.
7. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
8. Use relevant technology to support instruction.
9. Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.
10. Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
11. Provide appropriate feedback on work.
12. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
13. Maintain accurate and complete records of student's progress and development.
14. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies, and school regulations.
15. Prepare required reports on students and activities.
16. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
17. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
18. Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
19. Perform student support, counsel students with academic problems, and provide student encouragement.
20. Participate in department, school meetings, and parent meetings.
21. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
22. Keep updated with developments in the subject area, teaching resources and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.
23. Responsible for the work output of other individuals in the classroom.

General Responsibilities:

1. Maintain timely documentation.
2. Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
5. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
6. Maintain professional relationships with families.
7. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
9. Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
10. Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
11. Regular and predictive attendance in the designated work location as determined by the Executive Director or designee.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Lifting to 40 pounds.
2. Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
3. Sit/stand for long periods.
4. Work in loud/stressful environments.
5. Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
6. Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
7. Being exposed to hazardous materials.
8. Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA-compliant.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TO APPLY: https://greenbush.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

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