Job Title:
Classrooom Teacher - Chesapeake Math & IT PCS - South

Location:
Upper Marlboro, MD, US

Organization Name:
Chesapeake Math & IT Public Charter School - SOUTH

Department Description:

We are now seeking enthusiastic Instructors, as we affectionately call our teachers, to support the school's the school's vision and mission focused on attaining educational excellence by providing rigorous and technology-integrated education for K-5 students with an emphasis on mathematics, science, and information technologies.

We are currently recruiting for the following teaching positions:

Elementary School Classroom Teachers

Art

Music

Physical Education

Technology

Computer Lab

Special Education

All candidates will be assessed according to their strength in the following competencies:

Is committed to working with a non-traditional school schedule and participates in the review of operational performance goals and results

Understands that positive youth development is the shared responsibility of a student's family, peers, the community, and all school staff members

Is able to collaborate in professional teams while giving and receiving critical feedback and support around professional growth

Empowers and supports students through a consistent and transparent process of communicating student progress

Continuously improves their practice through the use of performance data

Is able to work with a diverse group of students and personalize their learning to meet student needs

Prioritizes mastery of rigorous standards aligned to college and career readiness

Identifies, articulates, and approaches a challenge with the intent of growth

Bring added value to the school community (i.e., clubs and extracurricular activities)

Please note that in this model all teachers will be 10-month employees. Paid leave time will follow all PGCEA contract specifications for 10-month employees. All teachers are expected to have a start date of August 2018.

Bilingual and dual-licensed (with ESOL) candidates with AP experience are highly encouraged to apply.

The application should be submitted directly through the district's website. But if you decide to apply, or know of any strong candidates who are interested, please also reach out to Omolara Asafa, School Principal at: omolara.asafa@pgcps.org .

POSITION SUMMARY:

The teacher provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. The teacher provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. This position monitors and evaluates student performance, develops and implements plans to improve student performance, and maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices.

Brief Description:

This is a PGCEA, Table A, 10-Month Position

Salary Range: $47,781 - $103,819

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Detailed Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan;

Works within a teacher team to coordinate students' academic, social and emotional progress;

Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, instructional materials;

Establishes both learning and language objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development;

Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations, portfolios, assessments and records results;

Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multimedia teaching aids to facilitate students in subject;

Evaluates student progress using appropriate and constructive assessment techniques;

Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;

Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;

Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise;

Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary;

Conducts home visits and engages in regular conversation with parents using Language Link if/when necessary;

Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation;

Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities;

Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives and methods;

Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multi-cultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections;

Engages in classroom and school visits in order to self-reflect and peer-review;

Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for paraprofessional educators, student teachers, and volunteers; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Ability to work with diverse populations;

Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization;

Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process;

Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and culturally relevant education

Knowledge and experience with project-based learning;

Ability to infuse technology into curriculum;

Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system staff; and

Excellent oral and communication skills.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree required in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRMENTS:

Holds or is eligible for a Professional Certificate appropriate to area of assignment issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervision of classroom paraprofessional(s) and dedicated or classroom assistants, if applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

None.

Additional Details:

Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

Based on the settlement agreement reached in Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor v. Prince George's County Board of Education, OALJ Case No. 2011-LCA-00026, PGCPS is ineligible to sponsor foreign nationals for U.S. employment under any temporary or permanent visa program. As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

How To Apply:

Instructional/Support

To submit an application online select apply.

Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration. If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the Employee Support Center & Services at 301-780-2191.

All Instructional Applicants should also complete the following: https://gx.gallup.com/teacherinsight.gx

All Support Applicants should also complete the following: https://gx.gallup.com/educationsupportinsight.gx

1. SupportInsight requires approximately 35-45 minutes to complete. If you are interrupted or are unable to complete it in one session, you can log back in and begin at the place where you left off. Please be sure that you have adequate time to complete the assessment before beginning.

2. Select the language you wish to use for the assessment (English or Spanish).

3. Select First Time Applicant or Registered Applicant if you previously registered.

4. Enter the District Code: 31887924 and select that you are applying for positions with Prince George's County Public School.

5. Create a user name and password. Please pay close attention to the password requirement.

6. Enter your selected security questions and identifying information (i.e. name, contact information, etc.) which is used as your interview identification and will allow the Gallup client support team to provide assistance if you experience technical difficulties.

7. Complete the on line interview.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

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