QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in core subject area with the intent of certification
POINTS OF INTEREST
Four- day work week: Focus is open Monday through Thursday;
Stable, successful school environment with over 12 years of successful academic offerings
Professional, effective, friendly staff and administration
Administrative staff members are former teachers.
Full-time with excellent retirement benefits (STRS), health, dental, life, and vision insurance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Rotate between the three Focus schools as needed to cover absences when general education teachers can not attend school for any reason
Work cooperatively with School Director, Special Ed Director, CTE Director, Curriculum Director, Media Arts Director and Director of Student Services
Oversee and administrate the established curriculum, i.e., text book driven, adjusting for modifications needed or required for differences in student learning styles
Teach instructional subjects according to guidelines established by the Ohio Department of Education and administrative regulations
Implement appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment to ensure comprehension of learning styles and student needs
Collaborate with special education teachers on student Individual Education Plans to ensure all modifications are met
Working knowledge of curriculum, instruction and technology to ensure delivery of the instructional process
Create a rich learning environment for all students to learn and employ effective behavioral management processes to maintain an effective learning experience
Help students assess and enhance their study methods and habits
Produce formal and informal testing to evaluate student success
Coordinate and manage extracurricular duties as assigned
Sponsor outside activities approved by the Director
Prepare classroom to enhance learning and to aid in physical, social and emotional development of students
Manage and guide student behavior in agreement with school policy
Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Establish communication rapport with parents, students and fellow teachers
Present information accurately through clear communication skills
Gather, manage and file all reports, records and other documents required
Team member and able to communicate and collaborate with all staff members on issues concerning students, staff, and facility
Oversee attendance procedures and ensure compliance with all attendance activities
Refer students and inform appropriate personnel of critical student issues
Immediately alert to appropriate personnel any safety concerns, such as suspicion of weapons or drugs