Job Summary
The Teacher at AMERICAN PREP reports to the School Academic Director (Elementary) and is responsible for the instruction and assessment of a class of students and for coordinating and conducting all activities in relation to student learning and accomplishing the mission of AMERICAN PREP.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Commits to delivering the AMERICAN PREP curriculum to all students equitably.
- Adheres to the AMERICAN PREP Staff Manual.
- Follows the 180-day plan for their grade level or subject level, and updates the plan annually to allow for data-driven improvements.
- Communicates knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner.
- Assesses student achievement and develops plans to ensure student progress based on assessment data.
- Develops and maintains a stimulating and nurturing environment that meets student's individual and class needs.
- Works with team partners or others as appropriate to develop curriculum that aligns with the AMERICAN PREP standards and the school's charter.
- Uses Direct Instruction approaches where required or recommended
- Implements the CHAMPs program.
- Supports standards-based instructional approaches that ensure the continuous progress of students desiring more challenge, including but not limited to high-ability and high-performance learners.
- Participates in team meetings and offers professional guidance and input
- Engages in professional communication that meets AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.
- Utilizes data gathering and submits required reports in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the Trivium and provides instruction appropriate to the phase of learning students are in. Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with this understanding.
- Shows empathy for and understanding of students.
- Prepare students adequately for all required assessments
- Develops with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity. Facilitates resolution of problems that may arise with students and parents.
- Holds parent/student/teacher conferences as outlined in the staff manual.
- Works effectively with parent volunteers.
Professional Development Responsibilities
- Models and promotes positive interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills as outlined in AMERICAN PREPs communication policy.
- Assumes responsibility for his/her professional growth which may include but not be limited to conferences, meetings, observation and in-service training driven by student needs and school objectives.
- Works as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, educational experience and training.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Acts as a role model and resource for students and other staff members
- Demonstrates and encourage creativity and excellence
- Is willing to assume responsibilities outside of the classroom in order to achieve the needs of a small but growing school with limited resources
- Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Director
Experience And Skills
- Successful candidates will be:
- Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success
- Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching
- Utah professional/associate license or Bachelor's Degree
Job Benefits
- American Prep offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans and participates in a generous 401(k) plan.
