BEGINNING DATE:   18-19 School Year

SALARY: Appropriate step on salary schedule. BA Degree:

             Level 1 Teacher - $36,975.00

             Level 2 Teacher - $45,200.00

             Level 3 Teacher - $55,200.00

QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess or be immediately eligible for a Secondary Vocational-Technical License

REPORTS TO:
Building Principal

JOB GOAL:
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 students 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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teaches students basic techniques and assists in development of manipulative skills in
industrial arts/Carpentry.
2. 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
3. Prepares lesson plans for courses and establishes goals.
4. Lectures, illustrates, and demonstrates when teaching use of hand tools; machines, such as
lathe, planer, power saws, and drill press; safety practices; precision measuring instruments, such
as micrometer; and industrial arts techniques.
5. Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
6. Control storage and use of district owned property; make minor adjustments; request repairs as
required.
7. Maintain classroom organization and discipline.
8. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning
atmosphere.
9. Provide and maintain a safe and supervised environment in the classroom and on the school
grounds.
10. Instructs students in use of eye protection and safety guards, and in the use, care, and safe
operation of tools and equipment as required.
11. Devise and utilize techniques which accurately measure student progress.
12. Evaluate student's academic and personal growth keeping appropriate records, and prepare
progress reports.
13. Communicate with parents through conferences and other means discussing academic and
personal progress; interpret school programs.
14. Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff in academic and personal growth
areas.
15 Conform to District policies, including attendance, absences and evaluations.
16 Attendance must be adequate to acceptably perform listed job functions.

INSTRUCTIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attendance:
Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies.
Punctual to job assignments and meetings.
Involved in non-required school activities.
Maintains physical stamina to meet demands of the job.

Instructional Planning:
Maintains clear and up-to-date written lesson plans.
Maintains up-to-date records and reports.
Relates plans to clearly defined objectives consistent with established curriculum.
and Educational Standards of New Mexico.
Previews and has needed materials available.
Makes effective use of planning time.
Revises plans based upon student needs, ability levels, and interests.
Uses test results to diagnose and prescribe what needs to be done to improve a
situation, action, or achievement.
Focuses learning on the next concept beyond that which the student already knows.
Is familiar with non-academic growth, home environment and adjustment to
school.
Provides effective home/school communication.
Seeks assistance and advice of professional staff when appropriate.
Takes advantage of Professional enhancement when available.

Instructional Methods:
Develops readiness for learning.
Uses meaningful objectives.
Uses words and content appropriate to the subject area and ability of students.
Provides information in a clear and concise manner, using a multi-sensory approach.
Provides appropriate guided and independent practice.
Provides prompt and positive feedback.
Utilizes a variety of questioning techniques.
Monitors all non-direct teacher activities for their usefulness and appropriateness.
Evaluates performance on the objectives and then re-teaches or enriches as needed.
Aids students in developing positive self-concepts.
Provides the experience needed to extend students' thinking skills.
Increases the probability of continued student learning through greater motivation.

Classroom Management:
Maintains a high level of time on task and redirects students who are off task.
Establishes and clearly communicates the parameters for student behavior.
Recognizes and reinforces achievement and good behavior.
Administers fair and consistent discipline.
Promotes an environment in which all students feel free to participate.
Maintains a classroom atmosphere conducive to good health and safety.
Is aware of physical, emotional, and psychological needs of students.
Provides an orderly environment.
Insures proper care of instructional equipment and materials.
Maintains open communication between classroom and administration.

Competency in Subject Matter Taught and/or Services Paid:
Possesses knowledge in assigned grade, subject area or special service.
Participates in curriculum improvement.
Continues professional growth through participation in developmental opportunities.
Joins professional organizations and/or reads professional literature.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use
hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
The employee must be able to walk, stand, bend, squat and move in order to perform any
lift of school age children.
The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
183 days. Salary and benefits commensurate with contractual commitments.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with administrative procedures
and established contractual protocols.

Revised July 2018