TEACHER-DEAF & HARD OF HEARING

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Position Goal

To create and maintain a classroom atmosphere that generates high expectations and enthusiasm for learning by infusing critical thinking skills, application skills, interpersonal skills, and technology into an aligned curriculum and assessment process, resulting in measurable student achievement gains for all students in order to meet district and state standards.

Additional Responsibilities

The Teacher shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below:

• Use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) which are aligned with the curriculum and standards to assist in the continuous development of the learner.
• Use effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders.
• Fulfill the terms of any affected written contract and adhere to code of ethics and principles of professional conduct of the education profession in Florida and assist in the enforcement of all federal, state and district board regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
• Establish a classroom management system that maintains appropriate discipline and creates a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.
• Work with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of the educational experiences of students.
• Complete the training and obtain the endorsement outlined in state board of education rules and/or guidelines if assigned Limited English Proficient (LEP) students.
• Keep school records and prepare and submit such reports as may be required by law, by regulations of the State Board or School District.
• Account for all other school property (keys, records, reports, personal computers, etc.) To the principal of the school or to the superintendent as may be prescribed by regulations of the state board and of The School Board of Broward County.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• State of Florida certification ESE or Hearing Impaired
• Computer skills as required for the position.