GARRARD COUNTY SCHOOLS Job DescriptionCLASS TITLE: TEACHER LEADER REPORTS TO: School Principal / DesigneeEXEMPT STATUS: ExemptAPPROVED: BASIC FUNCTION: To provide leadership and coordination, in assigned curricular areas, so that each student may derive maximum benefit from the continuing pursuit of the subject involved. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Assist the Principal/District in the development and implementation of department or school curriculum objectives. Assist the Principal/District in conducting meaningful department or school meetings as necessary.Assists the Principal/District in establishing an ongoing program of curriculum development and evaluation
Provides assistance to teachers (as needed) in developing effective lesson plans. Provides assistance to teachers (as needed) in effective teaching.Assists administrative and supervisory personnel in providing orientation and inservice training programs for department or school personnel. Maintains an up-to-date inventory of department or school materials.Oversees the department's supply , textbook, supplementary materials and equipment needs
Assist Principals by cooperatively following curriculum requirements and providing necessary materials.Assist in interpreting the district's instructional program to parents and the community. Attends school, district and other professional conferences. Assist in identifying and utilizing community resources for the department or school program
Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development; for keeping current with the literature, new research findings, and improved techniques, and for attending appropriate professional meetings and conventions. Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the Principal. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Curriculum, instruction and assessment.Record-keeping techniques
Oral and written communication skills. Research methods and report writing techniques. Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.Technical aspects of the field of specialty. ABILITY TO:To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined
Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Maintain records and prepare reports. Utilize technology. Prioritize and schedule work.
Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and timelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing. Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Has demonstrated master teaching abilities.
Has at least three years teaching experience in the academic area. Has demonstrated evidence of leadership skills and qualities. Has demonstrated ability in lesson planning.
Has demonstrated ability to work effectively with peers on curriculum or instructional projects. Has demonstrated the ability to continue improving own professional knowledge and skills. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Valid Kentucky teaching certificate and master's degree in the academic area and/or a certificate in supervision preferred.