Responsibilities

Deliver daily lessons in alignment with state and local curriculum standards

You will be expected to plan and deliver engaging lessons based on the curriculum set by the state and your local school district. This means you'll need to understand the educational goals for each grade level and subject area you teach, ensuring your lessons are in line with these standards. You may also adapt lessons to meet the specific needs of your students, including those who may need additional support or enrichment.

Regularly assess student progress and maintain accurate records of their grades

Assessment is a key part of teaching. You’ll regularly assess your students through quizzes, tests, assignments, and other formative evaluations to track their progress. It’s important to keep accurate records of their performance, which may include inputting grades into an online system and keeping hard copies or digital records to document individual growth and areas where students may need improvement.

Communicate with parents regarding their child’s academic progress

Communication with parents is crucial to student success. You’ll be expected to maintain regular contact with parents, whether through emails, phone calls, or parent-teacher conferences. This communication will focus on discussing their child’s academic progress, addressing any concerns, and offering strategies for further support at home. Building strong relationships with families helps create a positive learning environment for the students.

Develop a clear and transparent grading system

It’s essential that your grading system is fair, consistent, and easy to understand. You’ll need to establish and communicate your grading criteria to students and parents early in the year, outlining how you assign grades for assignments, tests, and class participation. This system should be transparent and aligned with your school’s policies, so that students and parents always know how grades are determined.

Publish grades according to your school’s schedule

You will be required to input and publish grades according to the timeline set by your school. This typically includes assigning grades at the end of each grading period (quarter, semester, etc.) and making them available to students and parents on the school’s grading platform. Timeliness is key in ensuring students and parents have up-to-date information on academic progress.

Engage students in activities that foster their responsibility for their own learning

An important part of your role as a teacher is helping students take ownership of their education. You’ll be expected to engage students in activities that encourage active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This might involve group work, independent projects, or student-led discussions that give students opportunities to lead their own learning and apply concepts in meaningful ways. Encouraging self-directed learning helps students develop valuable life skills like accountability and independence.