Job Description:
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Position Summary: 
SLPS is seeking talented Educators with a broad knowledge base in curriculum and pedagogy. In this position, Teachers are expected to plan, organize, and deliver programs of instruction that support the premise/core belief that all children can learn and implement activities that promote the learning goals and academic expectations. Our diverse student population deserves and appreciates committed teachers who have a passion for their work. 
 
Essential Functions: 

• Develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing laboratory learning methods 
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using representations such as models, chalkboards, overhead projectors, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides 
• Design learning activities that will connect mathematics to the students' physical world, to other content areas, and to prior mathematics concepts 
• Design learning activities that will allow students opportunities to communicate mathematically, orally, and in writing with others 
• Creates and maintains an inviting, stimulating instructional area with attractive student-centered bulletin board displays, learning centers, and projects consistent with the physical limitations of the teaching area  
• Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology 
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations  
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students  
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior 
• Communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and student strengths/weaknesses to parents and students 
• Assesses students' special needs and collaborates with school services and community agencies to meet those needs  
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students, colleagues, and parents  
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics  
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and School Board policies 
• Perform other task as assigned 

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Possess knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline, and student achievement 
• Possess a willingness to interact on a personal level with parents 
• Demonstrate organizational skills related to all Essential Functions listed above 
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to create an effective Parent Resource Center  
• Demonstrate patience and compassion with students, staff, and parents in a variety of settings 
• Develop trusting relationships with parents, teachers, and students 
• Work effectively on a team and with parents 
• Work collaboratively with peers and others 
• Possess knowledge of various cultures' values, behaviors, beliefs, and traditions 
• Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving capabilities 

 Experience: 

• Working with culturally, diverse parents and families in an urban educational setting  
• Collaborating with community agencies  
• Serving effectively in a collaborative team setting 

 Education: 

• 36 college credit hours from an accredited college or university (required)
• Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate (required)
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

 Physical Requirements:  

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle  
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body  
• Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree 

 Working Conditions and Environment: 

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment  
• Very limited or no exposure to physical risk