SY 26-27 Elementary Grades Band Gifted Social Studies and ELA Teacher

SY 26-27 Elementary Grades Band Gifted Social Studies and ELA Teacher

Job Description

Job Title: Elementary Grades Band GIFTED ELA/SS Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

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Salary Range starts at: Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment Primary Grade Band CIA PGB Elementary Grade Band Principal Elementary Grade Band Assistant Principal EGB Primarily Remote 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday $__,___.00/per year

SUMMARY: The GIFTED instructional teacher oversees the instructional needs of assigned students and the organizational / administrative tasks needed to carry out engaging and appropriate instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities and/or duties required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Student Management Roles

• Refer students in a timely matter to all support systems as needed
• Maintain contact with Family Support Liaison for student referrals
• Provide data to content academic teachers as needed

Instructional Roles

• Provide students with synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities
• Follow protocol for creating / updating Canvas modules
• Administer student assessments with fidelity and according to procedures on behalf of general education teachers as needed
• Manage documentation on instruction provided outside of classes
• Instructional research and planning
• Collect and review data to adjust instruction
• Review feedback from observations and implement suggestions for improvement

Grading Roles

• Ensure all assessments are complete
• Keep grades updated in Canvas/Infinite Campus
• Provide timely feedback to students on all assignments

Communication Roles

• Provide LC/Parent with professional and timely communication
• Read and respond to all emails within 24 hours (1 business day)
• Update the Infinite Campus contact log the same day a communication contact is made with a family
• Schedule conferences with families as needed

Meeting/Outing Roles

• Attend and/or provide documentation for all student specific meetings (IE: IEP/SST/RTI/504/EL)
• Attend and actively participate in all required professional meetings (DDI, Staff, Department, PLC, Content Planning, Professional Development F2F and Virtual)
• Attend BOY & EOY student outings (district-wide)
• Attend a minimum of 3 Parent University Sessions

Professional Roles

• Actively support the collaboration of colleagues in teaching partnership, team, content area, grade level, school band, and district
• Complete all required trainings
• Participate in EOG/EOC Assignment
• Comply with all written policies and procedures in teacher, district, and GCA handbooks
• Stay logged on to Zoom during working hours
• Complete all TKES platform tasks and responsibilities during assigned timeframe

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leaders to meet goals, welcomes new-comers, and promotes a team atmosphere.
• Professionalism: Be professional at all times in communications, appearance, work product, and in representing Georgia Cyber Academy in a positive manner.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Education AND
• Two (2) years of experience teaching in grades K-2 OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

• GA PSC Education Certificate
• Gifted certification or endorsement
• desired TKES/LKES credentialed
• Clear Fingerprint/Background Check Required

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Federal, State, District and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to assigned activities and applicable duties
• Ability to communicate well with school personnel, parents, students, and district office staff while complying with the confidentiality requirements in local, state, and federal policies
• Ability to display a professional attitude in working with school personnel and parents
• Must be able to manage large volumes of paperwork and maintain adequate records
• Proficient knowledge of computers, online curriculums/tools, and various operating systems.
• Experience using search engines (internet) for research projects
• Desire to research and learn new technology skills and platforms
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to interact positively with school leadership, teachers, administrators, and support staff
• Must be an advocate for virtual learning and believe in the mission of Georgia Cyber Academy
• Ability to read and interpret student academic data and educational reports
• Familiarity with online learning environment
• Experience working with diverse student populations
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Project, Visio, OneNote, and G-Suite.
• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
• Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to deadlines
• Strong critical thinking, planning, and writing skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and communicate effectively within a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects within established deadlines
• Dependable, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines as required
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive to ensure excellent student outcomes
• Ability to problem solve independently
• Excellent organization skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Maintain a professional home office without distraction during 8-5 workday when working from home
• Consistent access to reliable high-speed internet
• Valid driver's license and availability of private transportation
• Ability to travel 25% of the time as required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Degree in Teaching, or related field of study
• ESOL or SE certifications or endorsements
• TKES/LKES credentialed
• Proficient/Advanced data analysis skills
• Three (3) years of experience working in a similar capacity
• Google Certifications
• Proficient/Advanced G Suite for Education skills
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Excel, OneNote
• Experience using NWEA MAP, Illuminate DnA, WriteScore, FLVS Global, Edgenuity, BrainPOP, Nearpod, etc.
• Experience with Securly
• Experience with CLEVER
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Infinite Campus (SIS)
• Proficient/Advanced experience with Canvas (LMS)
• Working knowledge of Jigsaw Interactive (live classroom tool)
• Proficient/Advanced in use of Zoom conferencing tool
• Three (3) years virtual educational environment experience
• Previous experience as a Learning Coach, Advisor, or Teacher at Georgia Cyber Academy
• Previous experience as an online educator or service provider
• Previous experience with online educational tools/curriculum/assessments
• Bi-lingual

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is primarily a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, 5 days/week, home-based position that may require traveling up to 25% of the time.
• During critical periods, in-office days may be required. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).
• In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, school events, marketing events, and testing sites will be required several times per year.
• Light lifting required.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

Position Type: Full-time

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