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Fayette County Public Schools KY
JOB DESCRIPTION Elem Classroom Instructor
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Elem Classroom Instructor

Job Class Code: 2040
Position Type: Salary
Job Type: Certified
Pay Grade: Salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels
Reports To: Principal or designee
Supervises: N/A
Work Calendar Name: Teachers OT/PT and employment trainers
Days in work calendar: 189

JOB SUMMARY

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will enable them to excel in a global society.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Plans a program of study that as much as possible meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons units projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
Strives to implement by instruction and action the districts philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
Makes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities
Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulation
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and cooperatively with department heads evaluates job performance
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
~ Bachelors Degree

Licenses or Certifications:
~ Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for area and grade level of assignment

Special Requirements:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing sitting and/or walking
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech vision and hearing
Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
Requires bending squatting crawling climbing reaching
Requires the ability to lift carry push or pull light weights

Job Description Creation Date:
Revision Date:

1. 1995
2. 1998

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment retention promotion demotion transfer or dismissal because of race color religion sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity) genetic information national or ethnic origin political affiliation age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions.
Required Experience:
IC