Required Credential(s):
Administrative Certification
Hourly Rate:
$45.00
Important Note: All positions are contingent upon program enrollment.
FAIRFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: LEAD TEACHER
Summer Academic and Enrichment Programs
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under occasional supervision, assists the district, and principal, teachers and other instructional staff in coordinating and improving the instructional program of assigned grade level(s) to the benefit of every student; assists the principal with daily school administrative functions, including but not limited to the enforcement of student discipline policies and procedures; supervises and coordinates the work of assigned personnel, ensuring subordinates' adherence to school and District policies, regulations and goals. Reports to the Principal.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists the district and school principal by providing leadership in the coordination, implementation and improvement of the school's summer instructional program, and assisting with other administrative functions as assigned.
Supervises subordinate staff; supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; assisting with the selection of new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending the discipline and discharge of employees as appropriate.
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy and adherence to District policies; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
Serves as a resource person to the Principal, teachers, parents and others by assisting in the selection and evaluation of instructional methods and materials, suggesting methods appropriate to individual needs, responding to questions about summer programs and instructional policy matters.
Facilitates the assessing of the instructional program.
Assists in the supervision of teachers, staff and students; assists in developing, implementing and evaluating staff development opportunities at the school level; performs teacher observations periodically.
Establishes an appropriate atmosphere for maximal student learning.
Coordinates and assists teachers coordinating school testing programs, analyzing and interpreting test data and monitoring student growth and progress.
Works with teachers in assessing instructional problem areas and finding appropriate solutions; encourages teachers to use new methods and materials where appropriate for the improvement of instruction; helps plan and implement new instructional programs or procedures.
Orders and assigns instructional materials and supplies to students and teachers; maintains inventory.
Assists in and coordinate the scheduling and assigning of teachers and students for each session.
Supervises detention, bus loading / unloading, early morning activities, cafeteria duties and/or other operational functions as assigned.
Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of students; monitors attendance; coordinates and/or assists with the development and implementation of school activities, programs, assemblies, and other functions; attends and assists in supervising students.
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from teachers, other staff, students and parents; maintains effective relationships with students and parents; works to resolve administrative, instructional and behavioral problems.
Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus; conducts safety drills as necessary.
Keeps the Principal and district informed of events and activities of an unusual nature as well as routine matters related to the Principal's accountability.
Attends staff and other District meetings as necessary.
Keeps abreast of developments and innovations in the profession and ensures that staff members remain current as well.
Compiles data for and prepares various records and reports as are required by law, Board policies and administrative directives, which may include budget documents, purchase orders, performance evaluations, statistical reports, grant reports, test score analyses, incident reports, program status reports, and other records, reports, memos, correspondence, etc.
Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, public address system, audio-visual equipment, security equipment, two-way radio, etc.; uses clerical, copier, computer supplies.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Principal, Superintendent, professional peers, instructional staff, subordinates, other District administrators and staff, Board members, various committees, various government and community agencies, students, parents, volunteers, vendors / sales representatives, and the general public.
Attends training, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Monitors classes in teachers' absences as necessary.
Performs routine administrative/office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, preparing rooms for meetings and activities, checking/securing doors, etc.
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a Master's degree in education supplemented by three to four years of teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Teacher certificate from the S.C. State Board of Education, and must possess Administration certification in appropriate area to serve. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
