TALLASSEE CITY SCHOOLS
Job Description
Teacher
187 Contract Days
Qualifications: Valid teaching certificate in the assigned area of curriculum
Essential job functions:
Plans and delivers instructional activities for students consistent with student needs and
school system instructional goals
Establishes objectives and plans learning experiences
Demonstrates an appropriate level of subject matter knowledge for the instructional
assignment as evidenced by daily presentation of subject matter practices
Established behavior standards, provides classroom routines, and practices effective oral
communication and listening skills resulting in a learning environment that promotes
learning and self-discipline among students
Demonstrates the effective evaluation of student needs and progress by engaging in entry
level diagnosis activities, test construction, record keeping, appropriate referral of
students with special needs, preparing students for assessment, effective test
administration, and post assessment follow-up activities
Delivers instructional activities in a manner demonstrating a variety of instructional
techniques, promoting positive interaction among students, and providing for appropriate
practice of activities and skills focusing upon the desired learning outcomes.
Establishes and maintains a high level of rapport with other teachers, team leaders,
department heads, system level coordinators, ad/or program directors, and instructional
support and service employees of the school system
Demonstrates a positive and technically competent set of parent/community relations
skills including oral communication, written communication, and listening skills in group
and one-on-one situations as necessary
Fulfills professional responsibilities beyond those exhibited in the classroom to include
participation in school co-curricular programs, school and district program improvement
efforts participation in community and parent groups, and abides by and promotes high
ethical standards
Participates in professional growth activities leading toward enhancing professional
qualifications
Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state
and federal rules and regulations
Performs other such duties as required and/or assigned by the principal