Teacher Title 1

The Title I Teacher is assigned the responsibility of assisting Title I students and their families to ensure attaining and maintaining academic success.

Primary Responsibility to:   Director of Programs and School Principal                                       

Responsibilities (Job functions)

  • Plans a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students in collaboration with the classroom teacher and other personnel working with the student.
  • Works with the classroom teachers to develop a schedule for delivery of instruction.  
  • Provides instruction individually or in small groups by implementing lessons or instructional activities designed to meet the students' academic needs.
  • Performs limited clerical functions directly related to the instructional assignment for the purpose of instructing students (i.e. preparing materials, maintaining instructional records for student files, communicating with parents, etc.)
  • Monitors and records student progress.
  • Attends parent-teacher conferences and Family Nights.
  • Communicates regularly with the parents or guardians of the student.
  • Assists parents in understanding school assignments and procedures and encourages their involvement in school activities.
  • Administers and interprets diagnostic and achievement tests to assess student needs and monitor progress.   
  • Attends conferences, in-service and workshops to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
  • Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees.
  • Assists in the selection of instruction material.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

  • Skills to organize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional processes.
  • College degree and appropriate teacher certification.
  • Knowledge of the reading process and how to teach it.
  • Good math skills and the ability to teach math.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to develop creative solutions.
  • Knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures regarding Title Programs.
  • Computer skills including word processing, email, student data management system, internet.
  • Patience and flexibility.

Terms of Employment:

The salary shall be commensurate with the certified salary schedule

Evaluation:   

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.