JOB TITLE : Model Teacher CLASSIFICATION : Certified FLSA STATUS : Exempt IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR : Building Administrator Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence (https://bit.ly/38382mc) to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION : The Model Teacher demonstrates effective instructional strategies designed to meet the needs of each learner. QUALIFICATIONS : (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment) Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :
Understanding of the Iowa Core.
Knowledge of effective Professional Learning Community processes and/or data teams.
Ability to develop data-based SMART goals and aligned action plans.
Knowledge and demonstration of instructional best practices.
Firm understanding of organizational systems thinking and quality/continual improvement.
Strong understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment best practices.
Demonstrated implementation of Q/CI practices.
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Education :
Bachelor’s Degree.
Certification/Licensure :
Minimum of three years teaching experience with most recent year in Urbandale Community School District.
Valid Iowa teaching license.
Equipment :
Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Assist in the development and leadership of professional development initiatives at the building and district levels.
Lead professional learning communities to guide teachers in the analysis of data for the purpose of instructional decision making.
Support teachers through co-teaching, co-planning, peer observation, and facilitation of meaningful reflection.
Serve as a model of exemplary instruction for peers.
Collaborate with others to create lessons, engage students in the process of evaluating learning, and demonstrate Quality/Continual Improvement practices in the classroom.
Use instructional expertise to cultivate a high standard of excellence in teaching practice for all UCSD teachers.
Participate in district-level professional development.
Facilitate curriculum and assessment planning and implementation at the classroom level.
Provide guidance, feedback and support for new teachers and career teachers through:
a. Modeling of effective teaching practices.
b. Facilitation of meetings and PLCs.
c. Observation and feedback.
Support RTI/MTSS efforts at the building level through collaboration with teachers around effective strategies to address the multiple and diverse needs of all learners.
Serve in teacher leadership positions at the building level (i.e. UCILT, committees, etc.).
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS :
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Satisfactory health as certified by a competent medical authority.
Ability to organize and think clearly while communicating, organizing and evaluating.
Knowledge of district organizational structure and function, as well as laws, rules and regulations pertaining thereto.
Ability to communicate within the structure of the organization as well as the community.
Ability to clearly articulate goals and expectations to adults and students.
Repetitious bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, hand movement, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.
Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Performance evaluated annually.
No student enrolled in the Urbandale Community School District shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in the District's programs on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status (for program), ethnic background, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (for employment) or socio-economic background (for program). The policy of the District shall be to provide educational programs and opportunities for students as needed on the basis of individual interests, values, abilities and potential. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district office at 11152 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA or call 515.457.5000. The district's Equity Coordinator is Ms. Stephanie Davis, [email protected].
Primary Location Urbandale Middle School Salary Range Stipend Shift Type Full-Time