This position is for 8.00 hours per day, 182 days (9 months) per year, is compensated according to the Educator Salary Schedule, and is eligibile for benefits. 

 

**ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT NEED APPLY**

 

**TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: ENSURE YOU ARE MARKED AS AN INTERNAL CANDIDATE TO ACCESS TO THE INTERNAL APPLICATION. CLICK HERE FOR A GUIDE (SSO REQUIRED).

 

Applicants shall apply on wsd.schoolspring.com. Applications will be reviewed prior to interviews being scheduled.

 

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AFTER A MINIMUM OF 5 WORKING DAYS.

 

Job Overview:

 

Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher is responsible for the education of assigned students and will create a flexible program and class environment favorable for learning and personal growth. The teacher will establish effective rapport with students; motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and the knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, and do so in accordance with each student's ability. Professional relations will be developed and maintained with other staff and parents.

 

Essential Responsibilities (not exhaustive):

• Teaches subject matter, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other appropriate learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction.
• Utilizes computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Controls the storage and use of district owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs as required.
• Maintains classroom organization and discipline.
• Establishes and maintains Standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Provides and maintains a safe and supervised environment in the classroom and the school grounds.
• Devises and utilizes techniques which accurately measure students' progress.
• Evaluates student's academic and personal growth, keeping appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means discussing academic and personal progress; interpret school programs.
• Communicates and cooperates with other professional staff in academic and personal growth areas.
• Demonstrates professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Conforms to district policies including attendance, absences and evaluations.
• Attendance must be adequate to acceptably perform listed job functions.
• Possesses problem solving skills.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with students, school, staff, district staff, and patrons.
• Communicates effectively.
• Attend and participate in faculty/department meetings, PLCs, committees, student activities and professional development at the school and/or district level as required.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the principal/administrator
• Support school and District initiatives.
• Understand and adhere to all District policies and complete the annual crucial policy review.
• Maintain records and required information in a secure location.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information including appropriate use of social media, online sources as outlined in FERPA and district policy.
• Attendance is an Essential Function of this Position: Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. The role requires in-person collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on-site equipment and resources.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Physical Requirements – Not limited to the following:

• Remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Move about inside and outside the school to access files, students and machinery.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer, computer printer.
• Occasionally ascend/descend a ladder/stairs to access high objects or different levels of the building.
• Constantly positions self to maintain files, students, or objects.
• Have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Have the ability to observe details at close and far range.
• Frequently move items weighing up to 20 pounds across the classroom for various needs.
• Constantly work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Teachers in SpEd, P.E., CTE, Theatre and/or Art may be required to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications:

• Has knowledge of State Core Curriculum and Board of Education adopted guides.
• Valid Utah Teaching/Educator License and relevant endorsement(s).
• Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved cleared criminal background check.
• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER