JOB GOAL: To fully implement instruction in the area of General Music and related topics

EFFECTIVE: 2023-24 school year

ASSIGNMENT: Full Time, Regular Contract

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the MCSC’s policy on certified staff evaluation.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Fully Implement the Balanced Literacy Framework including but not limited to Guided

Reading, Managed Independent Learning, Shared Reading, Writer’s Workshop, Word

Study, and Read Aloud.

2. Prepare and organize classroom conducive to the Balanced Literacy Framework.

3. Learn, develop, and implement strategies and lessons.

4. Participate in the coaching model in Balanced Literacy and Inquiry Mathematics with Instructional

Coaches.

5. Incorporate technology throughout instruction.

6. Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, manage student behavior,

establish rules and procedures in the classroom using classroom meetings, and

implement PBIS.

7. Create and/or administer state, district, school, and classroom assessments to evaluate

student progress and create instructional lessons based on the data.

8. Plan instructional lessons following the curriculum guidelines or requirements for the

state of Indiana and Corporation.

9. Implement MTSS framework, maintain data in student management system, provide

interventions, and monitor student progress.

10. Develop and maintain constructive and collaborative working relationships with other

teachers, staff, and administrators.

11. Collaborate with Special Education Teacher(s), Title One/Remedial Teacher(s), and

English Language Teacher(s) to provide accommodations and services written in the IEP,

504, and/or ILP.

12. Establish and maintain regular parent-teacher communication through e-mail, phone

calls, and/or written correspondence.

13. Participate in professional development to foster improved professional competence and

higher achievement for all students

14. Collaborate with school and district employees in Professional Learning Communities

(PLC) to improve overall teaching and learning.

15. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district

policies, and school regulations

16. Implement all corporation policies, strategies and programs as they relate to the

Corporation and building.

Qualifications:

1. Valid State of Indiana teaching License for grade level and subject area,

2. Ability to administer and interpret running records,

3. Knowledge of the Balanced Literacy Framework. Preference given to individuals with

training and experience in full implementation,

4. Willingness to work with Academic coach to implement research-based instructional

practices in the classroom,

5. Strong communication skills including written communication and the ability to convey

information effectively and clearly to others,

6. Strong interpersonal relations including the ability to establish and maintain effective

working relationships with teachers, administrators, and other staff members,

7. Ability to problem solve, establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to

achieve a functional and effective learning atmosphere in the classroom,

8. Knowledge of technology integration,

9. Strong planning and organizational skills,

10. Belief in “Kids First” philosophy.

Merrillville Community School Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer