Granite Peaks - Adult Education - Hourly Teacher

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.



Granite Peaks - Hourly 29 Teacher

The successful applicant will be an employee of Granite School District - Granite Peaks Department, but the actual teaching location is Metro and Oxbow Jail 
The hours are from 9:00 am 4:15 pm Monday through Thursday. The successful applicant will currently be teaching students who are preparing to take the GED test.

Applicant must either have a current Utah Professional teaching license (Secondary or Elementary) or a current Secondary or Elementary out-of-state professional level license. No Associate License candidates will be considered for this position.
 
-In and out-of-state applicants must upload a copy of their current state license and a resume with their application in order to be considered

Math endorsement preferred.
- Teacher must have full charge of the classroom and be the teacher of record.
- Teacher must teach during regular school hours (not prior to school or after school).
- Must have strong Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science Skills 
- At least 3 years full time teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge of or experience teaching the 2014 GED curriculum preferred
- Must be able to teach a multi-leveled class
- Must be able to use Microsoft Office and Google docs
- Must be able to take a lesson framework and build a curriculum around it that meets the needs of the diverse student population
- Must be able to teach in an open enrollment setting where new students are added to existing classes on a weekly basis.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- This is a part-time position; there are no benefits.
- The position begins as soon as a qualified applicant is hired.  

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Dave Vande Veegaete, Granite Peaks Principal, at (801-558-8364) or email dvandeveegaete@graniteschools.org 
 

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Job Title	Teacher
Department	Granite Peaks
Supervisor	Granite Peaks Dept.
Salary Schedule	Teacher Salary Schedule
Lane Placement	A-G
Contract Length	Hourly
FLSA Classification	Non-exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.  Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT – CLASSROOM TEACHER DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, and/or abilities required.  Regular presence, attendance, timeliness are essential job functions of this position.
 
Job Summary
Under the direction of the site coordinator, the GED teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens.  Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student’s ability.   Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. 
 
Essential Functions

• Teach the College and Career Readiness Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy and for Mathematics as outlined by the USBE.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the individual
• Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom through organization and appropriate discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, prepare progress reports.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement the Granite Way.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student’s academic and personal growth areas.
• Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom/
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings as required.
• Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
• Participate in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
• Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Be a positive role model.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong computer and educational technological skills.
• Works independently with little direct supervision.
• Works as part of a team.
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
• Display effective multi-tasking and time management skills

Required Training and Education

• Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved cleared criminal background check.
• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a valid Professional Educator License for the State of Utah within the relevant “Licensure Area of Concentration” and if applicable, “Endorsement.”

Working Environment

• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

 Physical Demands
 
Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. Ability to talk or hear. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to focus. Physical demands require moving and lifting supplies, equipment, etc. up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
 
Physical Requirements – Not limited to the following:

• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to speak and/or hear.  The teacher is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.  The teacher is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• The teacher must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Note: This list of essential and non-essential functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.