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Silver Stage High English Teacher / 26

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SECONDARY TEACHER
Range: $49,000 - $89,000 annually with Employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience
Terms of Employment: 9 Months
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT, This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee Salary Schedule.

POSITION SUMMARY: The teacher will implement into daily student instruction appropriate educational curriculum based on the Nevada Academic Content State Standards and the Lyon County School District approved curriculum. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals.

This person will be expected to adhere to the LCSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees as outlined in policy and the CBA and report directly to the school site administrator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented:

1. Administer appropriate district curriculum that is aligned with the Nevada State Standards and/or the upcoming Common Core State Standards.
2. Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment.
3. Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
4. Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
5. Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
6. Ensure compliance with special services such as IEPs and other related mandates.
7. Provide classroom management and discipline that ensures safety at all times.
8. Actively contribute to the School Performance Plan (SPP) process.
9. Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines at all times.
10. Facilitate an effective advisory program as outlined by the administration and/or district.
11. Integrate technology into the instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
12. Maintain accurate and timely records in the student software system (e.g., Infinite Campus).
13. Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.

Regular and consistent punctuality and attendance are essential functions of the job.

Position Expectations:

1. Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a secondary classroom.
2. Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
3. Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
4. Establish and communicate clear expectations for all lessons, units, and projects.
5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives, in order to meet the needs of all students.
6. Participate as a collaborative member with other faculty and staff.
7. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
8. Maintain and improve professional competence through continued education and in-service.
9. Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non-verbal terms.
10. Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the site administrator/supervisor.

Position Requirements:

1. Education and Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education and be certified in the relevant subject area.

In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.

Working Conditions: Work is performed under climate-controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud.

Hazards: Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals, and power/hand operated equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Lyon County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment.

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology
Industries: Education Administration Programs