Waterloo Community School District

Role Description This position is responsible for providing educational leadership through the Waterloo Community School District curriculum and to facilitate learning that challenges and supports all students in an equitable and safe environment and that meets Board Policy 102.0 (Educational Philosophy) and Board and building educational goals. This position delivers the curriculum selected by the district, congruent with the district-adopted curricula scope and sequence, in a manner congruent with district expectations for teaching strategies, approaches, and methodologies. All criteria are Iowa Teaching Standards except for those denoted with an asterisk (*) which are Waterloo Community Schools criteria. Qualifications - Appropriate degree(s) earned from an accredited college or university - 5-12 All Social Sciences state endorsement or certification Requirements - Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability - Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology - Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights - Demonstrated experience as a self-starter - Ability to work independently and in a team environment - Good organizational skills - Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process - Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality - Demonstrated conflict resolution skills - Knowledge of Google Suite applications - Knowledge of computer-related storage devices - Knowledge of educational copyright laws - Knowledge of computer security expectations Job Duties - Enhances academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. - Provides multiple forms of evidence of student learning and growth to students, families and staff. - Implements strategies supporting students, building and district goals. - Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making. - Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student. - Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport and fairness. - Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student learning. - Communicates with students, families, colleagues and communities effectively and accurately. - Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. - Plans and prepares for instruction. - Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. - Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. - Manages the classroom. - Pursues professional growth. - Fulfills professional responsibilities. Terms of Employment As defined by the Code of Iowa and Board policy.