Middle School Teacher- Duncan, NE

Designs and delivers a balanced program of instruction in an assigned subject matter.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Teaches assigned curriculum to youth.
• Develops and implements both group and individual lesson plans for daily, quarter, semester, and year-long periods planning instructional experiences for students in accordance with established curriculum.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.
• Instructs students utilizing a variety of classroom methods, adapting methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities, and IEPs.
• Assigns and grades class work and homework; prepares, administers, and grades tests.
• Establishes and implements behavioral protocols; observes and evaluates student behavior, performance, social development, and physical health.
• Supports school-related extracurricular activities.
• Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.
• Ability to deliver instruction in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.
• Ability to demonstrate concern and respect for individual students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school required.
• Special Education endorsement required.
• Current Nebraska Teaching Certificate (or the ability to obtain one per Rule 21) endorsed in appropriate subject required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous classroom teaching experience in the field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education preferred.
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