JOB SUMMARY: This is an exciting opportunity to provide education services to a variety of students in a rural junior/senior high school setting. This position is responsible to instruct students, maintain student discipline and is responsible for student academic achievement. Santiam Canyon School District operates on a 4-day school week and is located near the Salem area.

REPORTS TO: Santiam Junior/Senior High School Principal

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties of this position include the following.  Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policy(ies) and procedures.
2. Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
3. Plans a program of study that meets learning standards and the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
4. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments.
5. Assists in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
6. Instructs students and assigns relevant homework.
7. Grades papers, assignments and assessments promptly and accurately.
8. Tests and evaluates students’ abilities and progress. Have knowledge of state standards and testing requirements and the implementation of such tests.
9. Prepares report cards and progress reports.
10. Facilitates conferences with students and parents.
11. Completes required paperwork in specified time and manner.
12. Conducts appropriate assessments of students’ work and maintains accurate and regular data on students in areas of attendance, grades and IEP progress, if applicable.
13. Supervises students in hallways before, after and between classes, in library, and at specials events.
14. Assists administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
15. Informs parents of student progress concerning academic achievement and behavior through conferences, written messages, telephone calls and/or email.
16. Promptly reports any serious accident or illness affecting students in the teacher’s charge or any incident which might affect the school, teachers or students therein.
17. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
18. Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries.
19. Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
20. Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff and students.
21. Complies with applicable District, state, local and federals laws, rules and regulations.
22. Attends work regularly and is punctual.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.                                                                                    

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or university or at least one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent strongly preferred.  Must be highly qualified under the reauthorized ESEA.  Prior successful experience teaching students in a school setting strongly preferred.

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certificates as determined by the District including meeting current highly qualified requirements under the reauthorized ESEA. Must have a valid teacher’s license and subject specific endorsement(s) through the Teachers Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) OR have an ability to obtain the needed endorsements, CPR/First Aid card and Oregon Driver License.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be according to the current negotiated contract. Our district operates on a 4-day school week.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Board policy.