High School Testing Coordinator- JOB# 3437
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Position Type: High School Teaching/Resource TeacherDate Posted: 10/23/2024Location: Sebring HighClosing Date: 11/05/2024THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY POSITION TITLE: Resource Teacher ASSIGNMENT: Resource Teacher MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A valid Florida Educator's Certificate

Three (3) years of successful experience in teaching

Knowledge of curriculum and/or discipline program design, implementation and evaluation in the assigned area as reflected in job performance assessments

Physical Requirements: Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects

Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: None exist at this time PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consistent with district and state curriculum requirements, identifies or develops long and short-range plans based on student needs

Plans and prepares lessons and instructional strategies supporting the school improvement plan and District mission

Plans and prepares instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences

Identifies, selects, develops or modifies instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs

Assists in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement

Maintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environment

Establishes and utilizes behavior management techniques, which are appropriate and effective

Assists in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy

Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act

Manages time effectively

Manages materials and assigned equipment effectively including record keeping other inventory requirements

Instructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assigned

Develops and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners

Interprets and utilizes data (including , but not limited to, standardized and other test results)

Establishes appropriate testing environment and ensure test security

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum content

Applies principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery

Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching student from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs

Utilizes appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students

Utilizes appropriate materials, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of all students

Provides appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs

Provides quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experience

Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process

Provides instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment

Recognizes overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions

Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students parents and community

Collaborates with students, parents school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs

Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment

Assists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility

Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills

Conducts a personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignment.

Acts in a professional and ethical manner and adhere at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct

Fulfills professional responsibilities.

Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, services and programs

Ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator TERM: Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process APPRAISAL: Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies PAY GRADE: According to the School Board of Highlands County Instructional Salary Schedule NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups. Modified 12/2007 Reformatted 2/9/2016GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job

Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public

Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment

Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing

Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions

Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks

Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions

Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity

Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, please contact: Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources 426 School Street Sebring, FL 33870 863-###-#### ...@highlands.k12.fl.us