LINK TO APPLY: 

• https://www.surryschools.net/domain/366

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, correlated to the Standards of Learning, and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Models appropriate communication skills by using standard grammar, good diction, and correct spelling.
• Employs lesson plans to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the school board's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives stated in the Standards of Quality, Standards of Learning, and the school division's curriculum.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Diagnoses the learning difficulties of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of county specialist as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, county policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure.
• Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle unforeseen problems effectively.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers, cooperatively with department heads, and evaluate their job performance.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Meet technology competencies as approved by the Board.
• Attends staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Cooperates, relates well with associates, and reflects appropriate appearance, personality, and self-control.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the principal or Board.