Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Category: School Year – Salaried Teachers and Other Licensed Salaried Employees

Classification: FTE 1.0

Job Location: Onsite

Starting Hourly: $28.78 - $35.00, plus a sign-on stipend of $2,000 prorated based on start date.

Reports To: Director of Teaching & Learning

Hmong College Prep Academy’s mission is to provide the best integrated, challenging, and well-rounded educational experience to students in grades K-12. If you want to make a difference as part of a dynamic educational community, we invite you to apply to join our team at Hmong College Prep Academy where graduates will be rich in experiences, culture, knowledge and pride, and will be ready for the challenges of college and beyond.

Position Summary

HCPA is a Title I Charter School that serves students through a school-wide plan for instruction that is focused on the needs of at-risk students. The In-House Substitute Teacher is responsible for instructing students from grades K-5. An In-House Substitute Teacher creates a flexible classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth, instructs students in courses of study such as English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science and creates a well-rounded comprehensive instructional program. They motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for further education.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans as assigned by the school and/or classroom teacher.
• Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
• Support the Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned
• If applicable for subbing position, evaluate student performance in accordance with systems used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
• Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
• Provides differentiated instructional methods and content to ensure student mastery of content
• Promotes a learning environment that is welcoming, respectful, friendly and academically challenging
• Foster a social environment with students to develop trust, respect, friendships and self-discovery
• As directed, participate in professional development meetings/clusters providing student work when requested.
• Continuously seek opportunities to grow and learn as a professional.
• When not required as a substitute teacher, work with students, projects, or activities as described by 6-12 school directors.
• Supervise student activities, which may include:
• Bus duty – assist with walking students to the busses at the end of the day o Breakfast and/or lunch duty – assist with monitoring based on a rotational schedule
• Other related duties as assigned.

Accountabilities

• Adhere to MN Teachers Code of Conduct
• Supports school goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of HCPA.
• Participates in creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students, and families; a culture that is positive, open to the views of others, and uses social skills to resolve conflicts.
• Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.
• Responds appropriately and promptly to parent, student, and staff member needs. ? Maintains strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.

Engagement Activities

Volunteer activities

3 HCPA volunteer activities are required. These events take place outside of the traditional school day. Teachers may select the activities that fit best with their interests and student grade level. These activities may include open houses, school dances, prom, concerts, etc.

Required activities:

• Grade Level Parent Meetings
• Fall and Spring Parent /Teacher Conferences
• HCPA Graduation

Misc. Committees

There are many additional opportunities for members of the HCPA teaching staff to engage with the community and personally expand their skills. Participation in these committees is highly encouraged.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Current MN teaching license or current sub license ?
• Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and student learning.
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
• Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student needs and abilities.
• Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
• Ability to adapt Instructional routines, activities, and scaffolding to diverse student populations ? Ability to implement classroom activities that foster problem solving and critical thinking
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
• Ability to continuously strive and set goals for personal professional growth and development.
• Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound and effective judgment within established guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of teaching experience
• Experience working with children of diverse ethnic backgrounds in an urban school setting

Other Information

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Work Environment/Conditions

• Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment; school building is a multi-level building that has an elevator and is accessible.
• Position requires extensive interaction with children of all ages.
• Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g. loud classrooms or cafeterias; children speaking or laughing loudly).
• Operate standard equipment (computer, fax machine, telephone, copier machines, etc.).
• Fast-paced environment.
• Requires frequent keyboarding which calls for repetitive motion and rapid eye movements, frequent use of the telephone.
• Position requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to push, reach, or bend.
• Work may require weekend and/or evening work and some travel may be required.

Teachers, Paraprofessionals and Teaching Assistants

Duties may occasionally be performed:

• on field trips away from school.
• in outdoor environments, such as athletic fields or playgrounds.
• in varying weather conditions, such as hot or cold weather.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Hmong College Prep Academy District is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the school and the employee

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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