Floater Teacher-Oro Valley 23-24 Sy

Floater Teacher - $44,873.27 Annually
OUR MISSION
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.
CORE VALUES
Below Are The Core Values For Leman Academy Of Excellence
Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior.
CARE: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.
CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.
COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.
CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.
Summary Of
The Floating Teacher substitutes for classroom teachers as needs arise, including absences, break coverage, and providing additional support.
Line of Authority/Reports to: Floater Teachers shall be directly responsible to the Vice Principal.
Works with: Vice Principal, Principal, Head of School's, Faculty, Department Heads, Office Staff, Health Services Coordinator, Families and Scholars of Leman Academy.
Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of the Common Core Standards (Arizona College and Career Ready Standards) -OR- a willingness to learn such standards.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree -or- an Arizona or other state Teaching Certificate. Preference is that applicants hold an Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.

Duties And Areas Of Responsibility

• Observe and evaluate scholars' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
• Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA.
• Conduct scholar activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, questions, and work time that provides scholars with opportunities to observe, question, discover, and investigate in order to engage all scholars in learning rigorous academic content.
• Instruct scholars using the whole class approach, small, leveled groups and individually using various teaching techniques and methods such as EEI, Direct Instruction, Socratic Teaching, Cooperative Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Discovery Learning.
• Guide and counsel scholars with social adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games (when appropriate), arts and crafts, music, narration and storytelling.
• Provide disabled scholars with assistive devices, supportive technology, and daily living skills.
• Instruct and monitor scholars in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet scholars' varying needs and interests.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior, maintaining order among the scholars for whom you are responsible.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing scholars.
• Perform duties such as assisting in hall and cafeteria monitoring, and supervision of drop-off and pick-up of scholars.
• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

Work Habits And Attitudes

• Embraces collaboration with other professionals.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
• Follows school policies and safety rules.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Works well with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
• Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
• Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
• Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
• Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
• Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
• Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
• Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
• Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
• Maintains a professional environment at all times
• Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.

Position Type: Full Time (40 hours per week)

• Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.

Compensation: $44,873.27
Eligible For PTO, Sick Time, And Benefits
Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.