BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the administration, plan implement, monitor and access a classroom instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plan, implement, monitor, and assess a classroom instructional program based on assessment of student needs.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve academic, emotional, social and learning problems.
Participate in curricular and extra-curricular school programs, assessment and development activities, student supervision and control, as well as staff, parent and department meetings.
Communicate regularly with parents regarding goals and objectives of the instructional program, student progress observed, needs or problems and special accomplishments.
Develop and communicate curricular and instructional plans and objectives to students and parents including course descriptions, performance expectations and other pertinent information to allow parental monitoring; review with the Principal as necessary.
Provide instruction to students with special needs, collaborate with support staff and participate in IEP accommodation meetings as appropriate.
Maintain academic records regarding students’ learning and progress. Prepare reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed.
Develop lesson plans for substitutes as necessary.
Perform related duties as assigned.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction.
Classroom procedures which promote appropriate student conduct and motivation for student learning.
Child guidance principles and practices.
Principles of training and providing work direction.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
First aid and CPR.
Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of children.
Teaching multilingual learners in an English language environment

ABILITY TO:

Adapt plans to meet different needs, learning.
Create an instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Establish effective rapport with students.
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education, in accordance with each student’s ability.
Monitor children in classrooms.
Display the use of good judgment in making decisions.
Maintain professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues and supervising staff members. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Maintain acceptable standards of physical health, energy and emotional adjustment to the job environment.
Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
Follow the principals of bilingual instruction as determined by the JFKS language model.

Rate of Pay: Salary is commensurate with education and experience.No German language required but is advantageous.

Minimum Requirements for American Teaching Positions at the John F. Kennedy School Berlin

United States citizenship
Three years of full-time recent teaching experience (within the last 5 years) in a U.S. public school at the level and in the subject area for which the application is being made
Subject certification in one of the 50 U.S. states or Washington D.C. Teaching Certificate required, as well as Counselor Certificate desired
Bachelor’s degree in the field of instruction for positions in grades entrance class through 6
Master’s degree in the field of instruction for positions in grades 7 through 12
Some knowledge of German for positions in grades entrance class through 3
Willingness to learn German for positions in grades 4 through 12
Willingness to serve an initial two-year contract
Provide 2 references
Provide a police background check

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3rd – 6th Grades Classroom Teacher