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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

English Learner Teacher

JobID: 3911

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ELL


Date Posted:
  12/21/2023


Location:
  Elementary Schools


Date Available:
  August 2025


Closing Date:
  When Filled


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Job Description
 
 
Classification:                             Certified
Division/Department:                  Elementary
Job Category:                             Teacher
FLSA:                                         Exempt
 
Title:                                           English Learner Teacher
 
Qualifications:                          *Kansas Teaching Certificate w/ ESL endorsement
                                                *Valid Kansas Drivers License
                                                               
Reports To:                              Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Building Principal, District EL Specialist
 
Supervises:                             Students and English Learner Instructional Assistants
               
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE
                A teacher of English Learners will deliver the district’s program for teaching English to students acquiring the English language in the context of the K-12 academic curriculum at one or more schools.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
                1.  Planning and preparation based upon students’ needs
                                Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students
                                Select instructional goals
                                Demonstrate knowledge of resources
                                Assess student learning using appropriate measures
                2.  Classroom Environment
                                Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport        
                                Establish a culture for learning
                                Establish and maintain classroom procedures
                                Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors
                                Organize space for learning
                3.  Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs
                                Communicate clearly and accurately
                                Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
                                Engage students in learning
                                Provide timely feedback to students
                                Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs 
                4.  Professional responsibilities
                                Follow contractual responsibilities
                                Engage in reflective practice
                                Maintain accurate records
                                Communicate with families
                                Engage in professional development activities
                                Maintain appropriate licensure
                                Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Identify and screen students who speak or understand two or more languages.
2. Complete required state and district paperwork on EL students.
3. Provide building principals and the EL Specialist with updates on EL students.
4. Monitor language and academic progress of individual EL students.
5. Serve as a resource to classroom teachers in modifying lessons for EL students.
6. Serve as a communication link between school and home.
7. Participate on building teams identifying special needs of EL students.
8. Provide training and supervision to Instructional Assistants serving EL students.
9. Coordinate/provide building in-service on English Learners.
10. Provide direct instruction to students as needed.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
                The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.           
 
                The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
 
CRITICAL SKILLS
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
 
Term of Employment:                  Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                             Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:                Job performance will be evaluated a minimum of 1 time per year.
 
Updated 10/29/24
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Director of Human Resources, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Director of Exceptional Student Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

Instructional Coach

JobID: 4226

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Instructional Coach


Date Posted:
  4/3/2025


Location:
  Elementary Schools


Date Available:
  August 2025


Closing Date:
  When Filled


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Job Description

Classification:                        Certified
Division/Department             Elementary
Job Category:                        Instructional Coach
FLSA:                                    Exempt

Title:                                       Instructional Coach (K-5)

Qualifications:                       
*Current Kansas Teaching Certificate with endorsement appropriate to the assignment on file in the Devin Center
*Health certificate on file in Devin Center
*Minimum 5 years of successful teaching experience
*Has demonstrated proficiency in increasing student achievement in their own classroom
 
Reports to:                              Building Principal

Supervises:                             N/A

Basic Function/Purpose
              Provide personalized and sustained professional development through one-on-one coaching, facilitation of and participating on Professional Learning Communities, and development and facilitation of large group professional development with the goal of improving teacher practice and student learning.
 
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    
 
            The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
           
Critical Skills
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.           

Performance Responsibilities
1. Facilitate inquiry cycles with teachers focused on an area of professional growth, including planning, observation, student work analysis and reflection/debrief
2. Facilitates and participates in Professional Learning Communities
3. Plan and facilitate large group professional development aligned to building and district goals
4. Provide targeted, short-term coaching around specific practices and strategies
5. Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in the role of instructional coach
6. Describe and communicate what effective performance looks like
7. Honor confidentiality of the coach/teacher relationship
8. Communicate regularly with building principal and coaching coordinator on progress toward goals and support needed
9. Provide assistance and resources in a timely manner
10. Model and explain effective teaching strategies
11. Regularly observe and provide evidence-based, objective feedback
12. Help teachers analyze and reflect on student data in order to guide their instruction and ensure appropriate placement of students
13. Meet regularly with coaches to collaborate and participate in targeted professional development around coaching
14. Attend professional seminars, conventions, and other trainings in order to receive ongoing learning in all applicable content areas
Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions
1. Exemplary classroom practice
2. Holds a vision of outstanding teaching
3. Committed to collaborative partnerships
4. Possesses a vast knowledge of curriculum and instruction
5. Experienced in working with diverse learners (both students and adults)
6. Committed to life-long learning
7. Solutions-oriented problem solver
8. Exhibits both a professional demeanor and behavior
9. Supports a climate and culture for student success
10. Strong interpersonal skills
11. Effective communication skills
12. Effective time management skills
13. Knowledge of standards for both students and teachers
14. Knowledge of assessment (both formative and summative)
Professional responsibilities
            a. Follow contractual responsibilities
            b. Engage in reflective practice
            c. Maintain appropriate licensure
            d. Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
            e. Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed
            f. Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to
1. Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs
2. Acceptable use of technology
3. Sexual and racial harassment
4. Child abuse reporting
Term of Employment:            Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                         Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:           Job performance will be evaluated a minimum of 1 time per year.
Updated 2-17-20
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 

 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

Elementary Classroom Teacher (K-5)

JobID: 3330

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/K-5 Classroom


Date Posted:
  12/19/2023


Location:
  Elementary Schools


Date Available:
  August 2025


Closing Date:
  When Filled


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Job Description
 
Classification:                         Certified
Division/Department:              Elementary Education K-5
Job Category:                          Teacher
FLSA:                                     Exempt
 
Title:                                         Elementary Teacher (K-5)
 
Qualifications:                         *Current Kansas Teaching Certificate with endorsement appropriate to the assignment on file in the Devin Center
                                                Health certificate on file in Devin Center
                                                *Highly Qualified according to state of Kansas requirements
 
Reports To:                             Building Principals
 
Supervises:                              Students K-5
 
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE
To provide engaging instruction that will allow each student to achieve his or her highest potential
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
            The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.       
 
            The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
 
CRITICAL SKILLS
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieves information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
            1.  Planning and preparation based upon students’ needs
                        Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students
                        Select instructional goals
                        Demonstrate knowledge of resources
                        Assess student learning using appropriate measures
            2.  Classroom Environment
                        Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport       
                        Establish a culture for learning
                        Establish and maintain classroom procedures
                        Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors
                        Organize space for learning
            3.  Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs
                        Communicate clearly and accurately
                        Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
                        Engage students in learning
                        Provide timely feedback to students
                        Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs
            4.  Professional responsibilities
                        Follow contractual responsibilities
                        Engage in reflective practice
                        Maintain accurate records
                        Communicate with families
                        Engage in professional development activities
                        Maintain appropriate licensure
                        Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
                       
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Participate in staff, department, committee and team meetings, assist in early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
2. Obtain instructional resources and materials through processes outlined by the Principal and/or the Director of Elementary Education
3. Keep informed regarding new technologies that facilitate and support student learning.
4. Communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, staff, parents, students and support agencies.
5. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state, and federal laws.
6. Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.
7. Attend/assist with school events; organize/supervise field trips.
8. Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
9. Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to
Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs
Acceptable use of technology
Sexual and racial harassment
Child abuse reporting
10. Perform other duties assigned by the principal or other building or district administrators.
 
 
Term of Employment:             Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                          Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:            Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with state regulations and the terms established in the negotiated agreement.
 
 
Updated 2-6-2020
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

Vocal Music Teacher

JobID: 4205

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal


Date Posted:
  1/22/2025


Location:
  Elementary Schools


Date Available:
  August 2025


Closing Date:
  July 2025


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Job Description
 
Classification:                          Certified
Division/Department:               Elementary Education K-5
Job Category:                           Teacher
FLSA:                                      Exempt
 
Title:                                        Elementary Vocal Music Teacher
 
Qualifications:                          *Current Kansas Teaching Certificate with endorsement appropriate to the assignment on file in the Devin Center
                                                Health certificate on file in Devin Center
                                               
Reports To:                              Building Principals
 
Supervises:                              Students K-5
 
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE
 
To provide engaging instruction that will promote an appreciation of music and assist students in gaining performance skills by providing a minimum of one performance opportunity for students in each grade level.
 
CRITICAL SKILLS:
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.          
 
                The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
            1.  Planning and preparation based upon students’ needs
                        Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students
                        Select instructional goals
                        Demonstrate knowledge of resources
                        Assess student learning using appropriate measures
            2.  Classroom Environment
                        Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport  
                        Establish a culture for learning
                        Establish and maintain classroom procedures
                        Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors
                        Organize space for learning
            3.  Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs
                        Communicate clearly and accurately
                        Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
                        Engage students in learning
                        Provide timely feedback to students
                        Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs
            4.  Professional responsibilities
                        Follow contractual responsibilities
                        Engage in reflective practice
                        Maintain accurate records
                        Communicate with families
                        Engage in professional development activities
                        Maintain appropriate licensure
                        Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
                       
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide a minimum of one public performance opportunity for students.
2. Participate in staff, department, committee and team meetings, assist in early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
3. Obtain instructional resources and materials through processes outlined by the Principal and/or the Director of Teaching & Learning.
4. Keep informed regarding new technologies that facilitate and support student learning.
5. Communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, staff, parents, students and support agencies.
6. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.
7. Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.
8. Attend/assist with school events; organize/supervise field trips.
9. Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
10. Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to
Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs
Acceptable use of technology
Sexual and racial harassment
Child abuse reporting
11. Perform other duties assigned by the principal or other building or district administrators.
 
 
 
Term of Employment:               Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                           Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:              Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with state regulations and the terms established in the negotiated agreement.
 
Updated 2-17-20
 
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 
 
 
 

 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

Physical Education

JobID: 4203

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education


Date Posted:
  1/21/2025


Location:
  Ware Elementary School


Date Available:
  August 2025


Closing Date:
  July 2025


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Physical Education Teacher

Job Description
Classification:                       Certified
Division/Department:           Elementary Education K-5
Job Category:                       Teacher
FLSA:                                   Exempt
 
 
Qualifications: *Current Kansas Teaching Certificate with endorsement appropriate to the    
                           assignment on file in the Devin Center
                           *Health certificate on file in Devin Center
                          *Highly Qualified according to state of Kansas requirements
 
Reports To: Building Principal
 
Supervises: Students K-5
 
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE
To provide engaging instruction in the Physical Education and Health Curriculum to teach, promote, and encourage health and nutrition developing student knowledge and skills leading to healthy lifestyle choices
 
.CRITICAL SKILLS
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.              
                The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Planning and preparation based upon students' needs
    Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students
    Select instructional goals
    Demonstrate knowledge of resources
    Assess student learning using appropriate measures
 
2. Classroom Environment
    Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport
    Establish a culture for learning
    Establish and maintain classroom procedures
    Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors
    Organize space for learning
 
3. Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs
   Communicate clearly and accurately
   Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
   Engage students in learning
   Provide timely feedback to students
   Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs
 
4. Professional responsibilities
   Follow contractual responsibilities
   Engage in reflective practice
   Maintain accurate records
   Communicate with families
   Engage in professional development activities
   Maintain appropriate licensure
   Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Use the district curriculum to teach, promote, and encourage health and nutrition.
2. Participate in staff, department, committee and team meetings, assist in early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
3. Obtain instructional resources and materials through processes outlined by the Principal and/or the Director of Elementary Education
4. Keep informed regarding new technologies that facilitate and support student learning.
5. Communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, staff, parents, students and support agencies.
6. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state, and federal laws.
7. Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.
8. Attend/assist with school events; organize/supervise field trips.
9. Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
10. Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to
Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs
Acceptable use of technology
Sexual and racial harassment
Child abuse reporting
11. Perform other duties assigned by the principal or other building or district administrators.
 
Term of Employment:            Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                         Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:            Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with state regulations and the terms established in the negotiated agreement.
 
Updated 3-4-19

Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Elementary School Teaching

Certified Title I Tutor

JobID: 4217

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Title I Tutor


Date Posted:
  2/27/2025


Location:
  Elementary Schools


Date Available:
  April 2025


Closing Date:
  When Filled


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Job Description
 
Classification:                         Certified
 
Division/Department:              Elementary
 
Job Category:                          Teacher
 
FLSA:                                     Exempt
 
Title:                                        Certified Instructional Title Tutor
 
Reports to:                              Building Administrator
 
Supervises:                              Students                     
 
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE
            To provide Tier II and III instruction to students to assist in the development of skills needed to be successful in elementary grades and be properly prepared for secondary education.          
 
CRITICAL SKILLS:
1. Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
2. Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
4. Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
 
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.          
                The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach.  The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.  The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people.  The employee is responsible for the work output of others.  The employee occasionally works extended hours.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
 
 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Planning and preparation for Tier II and III instructional/social-emotional interventions based upon students’ needs through:
 
• Demonstration of knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students
• Select specific instructional goals
• Demonstrate knowledge of varied resources in literacy, math and social-emotional areas
• Assess student learning using various measures
• Participate in building level MTSS meetings and functions
            2.  Classroom Setting
• Create a setting of respect and rapport     
• Establish and maintain a culture for learning
• Implement and maintain Safe and Civil School/CHAMPS classroom procedures
• Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors
• Organize space for learning
3.  Tier II and III Instruction will be based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs as well as industry standard
• Administer related academic and behavioral screeners and assessments to determine individual student needs
• Communicate clearly and accurately
• Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
• Engage students in learning
• Provide timely feedback to students and staff
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs
            4.  Professional responsibilities
• Follow contractual responsibilities
• Engage in reflective practice
• Maintain accurate records
• Communicate with families and staff
• Engage in professional development activities
• Maintain appropriate licensure
           
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Work with struggling learners utilizing a wide variety of academic and behavioral strategies.
2. Analyze data to design strategies for individual student improvement.
3. Assist counselors, teachers and administrators in the placement of students into tiered interventions. 
4. Provide tiered interventions during the building MTSS time.
5. Work collaboratively with teachers in instructional and behavioral areas.
6. Participate in building and district curriculum meetings / committees.
7. Keep up to date with the latest research in academic and behavioral curriculum and research.
8. Attend professional development appropriate for personal growth.
9. Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including, but not limited to the Local Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs:
Acceptable use of technology
Sexual and racial harassment
Child abuse reporting
10. All other duties as assigned.
 
 
Term of Employment:             Teacher Contract
 
Salary Range:                          Determined by the employee’s placement on the teacher salary schedule.
 
Evaluation Frequency:            Job performance will be evaluated a minimum of 1 time per year.
 
Updated 5-13-2019
 
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
 
 

 




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