American Preparatory Academy
Location
Cedar City, Utah
The Associate Teacher is responsible for the supervision and one-on-one instruction of students with mild disabilities under the direction of Elementary Directors, focusing on teaching core subjects like Math, Reading, and Spelling based on student ability. Duties also include supporting the homeroom teacher by running copies, grading homework, supervising during breaks, and assisting with administrative and logistical tasks.
Candidates must meet highly qualified status by having an Associate Degree, 48 college credit hours, or passing a basic academic skills exam within the first week of hire. Essential qualities include being energetic, enthusiastic, committed to student success, and able to work well under pressure while demonstrating good classroom management skills.
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties: Provides supervision and instruction to students with special needs Supervise special needs students during recess and lunch Provides consistent communication to the Elementary Directors regarding students Responsible for teaching Math, Reading and Spelling groups based on student ability Clear the way for the homeroom teacher – running copies, grading homework, etc. Provides guidance and support to students in a positive manner Aide in the gathering and evaluating of student data May be asked to express concerns and opinions in regard to student success and behavior May be asked to attend parent teacher conferences on a case-by-case basis May assist or lead in teaching homeroom subjects (including history, science, grammar, logic, etc.) May act as the homeroom teacher when the homeroom teacher is unavailable Must work well under pressure and have the ability to diffuse temper tantrums Assist with Carpool (morning and afternoon assignments may vary) Uphold the Character Development characteristics taught on a monthly basis Other duties as assigned. QualificationsSkills: Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success No license required Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching Able to demonstrate good classroom management skills Interactions with Others Interacts positively with students, parents, staff, teachers, administration, and other school personnel. Provides encouragement and enthusiasm in daily interactions with colleagues, students and families. Adheres to the school communication policy of taking concerns or questions to the person most able to address them, according to the staff manual. Exhibits good character including honesty, assuming goodwill, positivity, diligence, and humility - quickly acknowledging errors and making appropriate amends. Time & Effort Certification (TEC) Each pay period, the Special Education Teacher will be required to certify that the hours for which they will be compensated were spent conducting allowable activities supporting special education students. If the Special Education Teacher is asked to spend time working outside of special education during any pay period, they must notify their supervisor so the TEC and payroll funding can be adjusted.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Health Savings Account Paid Time Off Anticipated Schedule: MTWF 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Th 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Physical Requirements – Not limited to the following: Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push, and pull to assist and teach children throughout the day Prolonged periods sitting and working on computer to complete necessary paperwork Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Accommodations can be made upon request as needed. Specific hearing and speaking abilities that will allow for effective communication with students.
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