DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT #40JOB DESCRIPTIONLicensed Temporary Licensed Opening for the 2026-2027 School Year JOB TITLE: Teacher - Basic Education Apply at: https://daviddouglas.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=10395 Job posting closes July 31, 2026, 4:00pm Reports To: Building Principal Job Purpose Statement/s: The position of Teacher - Basic Education is for the purpose/s of improving student success in academics or skills through implementing District approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, families and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Essential Job Functions: Plan and Implement a program of study following state and district outcomes that, as much as possible, meet the individual needs and abilities of the students.Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum student outcomes.Employ instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting objectives.Assess students' academic learning and/or skills for the purpose of providing feedback to students, families and administration regarding students' progress, expectations, goals, etc.Advise families and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals.Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and Administrative Regulations.Confer with colleagues, administrators, students and/or families when necessary.Collaborate with school personnel and families for the purpose of improving the quality of student performance, developing solutions and planning curriculum.Implement instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for achieving stated objectives for instruction and student success.Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and an optimal learning environment.Prepare teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal record, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.Become familiar with and uphold the enforcement of school rules, Administrative Regulations and Board Policy.Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude when carrying out responsibilities as a faculty member.Attend staff meetings as well as serve on staff and district committees as requested.Meet the state standards for competent and ethical performance
Other Job Functions: Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information.Other duties as assigned. Special Duties: Middle School