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.