2026-27 School Year 

182 Days/Yr
7.5 hours/day

 

 

Purpose Statement

 

The job of Teacher Secondary was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a secondary teacher with specific responsibility for developing student success in academics or electives; developing lesson plans and delivering group and/or individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.

 

This job reports to Principal

 

Essential Functions

• Administers subject specific assessments, district and/or state tests (e.g. MAP, etc.) for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student achievement; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.

• Analyzes test data and plans instructional responses for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.

• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations and/or goals (e.g. grades, tests, quizzes, student work, observations, etc.)for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, administration, and/or to seek the assistance of district specialists.

• Assists students with the exploration of post-high school opportunities for the purpose of providing guidance for future work or education.

• Collaborates with professional learning communities, instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, business partners, and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.

• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem-solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.

• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments (e.g. language arts, mathematics, science, history, etc.) for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.

• Differentiates classroom work and integrates district initiatives (e.g. literary plan, diversity plan, technology requirements, etc) for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning.

• Directs paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.

• Facilitates student learning (e.g. creating a learning environment, integrating technology, arranging field trips, organizing age-appropriate activities, etc.) for the purpose of achieving success in academics, interpersonal, and daily living skills through delivered lesson plans.

• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.

• Integrates district initiatives (e.g. literacy plan, diversity plan, technology requirements, etc.) for the purpose of increasing student achievement.

• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic files and records (e.g. grades, test scores, etc.) for the purpose of providing up to date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.

• Manages student behavior for the purpose of creating a safe and caring environment throughout all facets of the school program.

• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, campus grounds, field trips, clubs, athletic/activity events, graduation, dances, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. staff, SAP, department, faculty, conference periods, professional development, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to boost student achievement.

• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, lesson plans, progress reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.

• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to education code and school policies.

• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. students, teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.

 

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

 

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications)

Skill-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

 

Knowledge-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

 

Ability-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

 

 

Required Testing: None Specified

Certificates & Licenses:  Missouri State Teaching Certificate

Continuing Educ. / Training: Units of Continuing Education

Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance