Job TitleTEACHER
Revision DateApril 25, 2023
Job Code FLSA: Exempt
Salary PlanCertificated
Revised ByWayne Birch
Pay Grade201_
Comp Reviewed ByWayne Birch
Funding SourceLocal
Duration (months)10 months
Work Location: Budgeted and works in schools
Work Schedule CodeWSC43
Job SummaryThe Teacher utilizes current strategies and theories to plan, organize and implement structured lessons to instruct K12 students.
Department NameDivision of Teaching and Learning
Reports ToPrincipal or School Designee
Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities : List, in the order of importance or time spent, the essential and position specific duties/tasks performed by the position. This is not an exhaustive list and employees may be assigned additional duties by management as required.Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation of the job.
Essential Duty 1Instruct students in an in-person classroom environment through lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective teaching methods for student comprehension.
Essential Duty 2Prepares lessons and outlines to use in class that effectively cover the material.
Essential Duty 3Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Position Specific Responsibility 1Administers various types of assessments to monitor student's comprehension of the material.
Position Specific Responsibility 2Assist students who need extra help with tutoring. Guides and counsels students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
Position Specific Responsibility 3Collaborates with other teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula.
Position Specific Responsibility 4Utilizes instructional technology, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to enhance student learning.
Position Specific Responsibility 5Performs various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner
Position Specific Responsibility 6Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Position Specific Responsibility 7Attends in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Position Specific Responsibility 8Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Other ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties or tasks as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the responsibilities in this job classification.
Education And Experience Requirements Education (training/degree):Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a related field required.
Master's, Specialist, or Doctorate Degree from an accredited institution in a related field preferred.
Licenses, Certifications Or Registrations RequiredMust hold or be eligible for a certificate or license issued by the Tennessee Department of Education with an applicable endorsem*nt.
ExperienceWork experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
Skills RequiredCommunication.
- Instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner.
- Student management.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner
- Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.
- Knowledge of school safety & security procedures
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Data Responsibility General Skills, Responsibilities, Requirements, and Impacts Level 6: Synthesizes or integrates analysis of data or information to discover facts or develop knowledge or interpretations; modifies policies, procedures, or methodologies based on findings.
People ResponsibilityLevel 5: Persuades or influences others in favor of a service, course of action, or point of view
Assets ResponsibilityLevel 2: Requires some responsibility for achieving minor economies and/or preventing minor losses through the handling of or accounting for materials, supplies, or small amounts of money.
Mathematical RequirementsLevel 4: Uses practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions, measurements, or logarithms; may use algebraic solutions of equations and equalities, deductive geometry, and/or descriptive statistics.
Communications RequirementsLevel 5: Reads professional publications; composes complex reports and manuals; speaks formally to small groups within and outside the organization.
Complexity Of WorkLevel 4: Makes decisions with moderately serious impact - affects work unit and may affect other units or citizens.
Impact Of DecisionsLevel 4: Makes decisions with moderately serious impact - affects work unit and may affect other units or citizens.
Equipment Usage (if Applicable)Level 3: Leads or handles machines, tools, equipment, or work aids involving moderate latitude for judgment regarding attainment of standard or in selecting appropriate items.
Safety Of OthersLevel 3: Requires responsibility for the safety and health of others and for occasional enforcement of the laws and standards of public health and safety.
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Meal Deduction - Most Bransford office and district level employee have a meal deduction. They are scheduled 8.5 hours per day and get an hour lunch. Itinerants and retirees get a 30 minute lunch period and therefore do not have a meal deduction. All school based employees will not have a meal deduction.Auto Meal Deduction
Travel - Itinerant non-exempt employees who travel will be using the time clock differently than others and are paid for travel time between work locations. Employee does not or seldom travels Compensatory Time vs. Overtime (Support Non-Exempt Employees only) - Does this department have overtime budgeted, i.e. Maintenance, Transportation, Food Service. If not, employees accrue comp time only. Exempt Employee - can not accrue comp or overtime Restrictions - Should employee be restricted to punch in and out within 7 minutes of their schedule start and end times? No, Do not restrict punches Employee Type - Clock, phone, supervisor, etc.Time Stamp
Timekeeper - Is the employee a timekeeper? No ADA Requirements/ComplianceMetropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Physical DemandsLevel 4: Requires light to medium work involving standing or walking most of the time, (exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis.)
Additional RequirementsNone
Unavoidable HazardsLevel 1: The position is exposed to no unusual environmental hazards
Sensory RequirementsLevel 1: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and speaking.
QualificationsSee job description.
