Teacher

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Identify the educational needs of students then develop formal educational plan or program to meet those needs. · Create lesson plans to teach a subject(s) and teach students how to study or communicate with others. · Observe student to evaluate their educational abilities, strengths and weaknesses, working with them to improve their abilities and work on their weaknesses. · Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups or one-on-one. · Communicate with family members, counselors, administrators and other teachers on progress. · Work with students individually to help overcome specific learning challenges, prepare students for standardized tests, as required by state. · Document educational plans, goals and progress, as required by the facility and the state where the facility is located. · Supervise classroom and maintain a positive environment for learning. · Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies. · Supervise students outside of the classroom setting, such as at lunch time or during detention. · Adhere to treatment plans and participate in treatment team meetings as requested. · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and profes...