Flaxmere College

Flaxmere College

FLAXMERE COLLEGE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designation:Teacher

Name:

Responsible To:Leader of Learning

Principal

Functional Relationship with:Deputy PrincipalAssistant Principal

Leaders of LearningHOY

Guidance CounsellorColleagues

Parents

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES

1.To provide quality classroom teaching so that every student can achieve at their optimal level.

2.To effectively implement curriculum and/or schemes of work as set down by the LOL.

3.To maintain standards of self-discipline, courtesy, presentation and behaviour that provide a positive example for all students.

4.Undertake practices and principals of the FlaxWay that supports restorative practice, PB4L and PR4L.

5.Implement teaching as inquiry process.

KEY RESULTS

  1. Improved student, staff and whanau restorative relationships.
  2. Increased student engagement, participation, presence and achievement.
  3. Improve student achievement outcomes.
  4. Improve student wellbeing, engagement and attendance outcomes.

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES

  • AKO: Practice in the classroom and beyond. Ako – reciprocal teaching/learning; parent, whanau, hapu, learner, teacher (KaHikitia). Effective learning by Maori learners. Effective pedagogy. Effective curriculum for Maori learners. Create educationally powerful partnerships with whanau and the community.
  • WHANAUNGATANGA: Relationships (students, school-wide, community) with high expectations. Effective relationships with Maori learners. Effective parent, whanau and iwi. Keeping connected, Production partnerships (KaHikitia). Values restorative practice and PB4L. Has agency – is solution focused.
  • TANGATA WHENUATANGA: Place-based, social cultural awareness and knowledge. Effective language and cultural practices for Maori learners. Te Reo Maori/reo a-iwi. Tikanga Maori/Tikanga a–iwi. Place-based education. All learning and interaction occurs within a cultural context. Knowledge of whakapapa – knowing who children are, where they are from and who they belong to. Identity, language, culture.
  • MANAAKITANGA: Values – integrity, trust, sincerity, equity. Effective teaching profile (Te Kotahitanga). Caring for Maori learners as culturally located beings. Treating Maori students, whanau and iwi equitably with sincerity and equity. Believes in student potential.
  • WANANGA: Communication, problem solving, innovation. Students, whanau and iwi engaging in discussions and robust debate. Effective learning and teaching interactions with students, whanau and iwi. Reporting and co-constructing learning goals. Implements the Flaxmere Way, Teaching and learning guidelines.

(a)TEACHING STRATEGIES:

(I)Strategies focus on individual needs

(ii)The strategies and learning objectives are appropriate for the culture,age, ability andattainment of students;

(iii)These strategies include teaching methods, learning activities, instructional material,and the use of other resources;

(iv)The expectations for each student are clearly expressed, realistic and challenging;

(v)Emphasis is given to assisting students driven learning, and effective assessment for learning practices;

(vi)The impact of the strategies is regularly assessed to improve upon their effectiveness.

(vii)Implement the Flaxmere Way teaching and learning guidelines.

(viii)Develop strategies and resources for collaborative teaching and flexible learning spaces in an ILE.

(b)CURRICULUM DELIVERY:

(i)Lessons are well prepared and documented;

(ii)Students motivated to succeed;

(iii)Variety of teaching techniques used;

(iv)Schemes of work followed;

(v)The purpose and aims of The New Zealand Curriculum framework and the national curriculum statements are understood; and curriculum and assessment requirements are met;

(vi)Students are provided with regular feedback and feedforward about their progress;

(vii)Information about student progress is recorded and available;

(viii)Student reports accurately reflect progress;

(viiii)Differing ability ranges catered for;

(x)Curriculum is contextualized and place based to ensure meaningful and relevant learning that aligns to students identity, strengths, interests and aspirations.

(c)MOTIVATION OF STUDENTS:

(i)Students are motivated and praised;

(ii)Student improvement and effort is acknowledged;

(iii)The learning environment is positive and stimulating;

(iv)Rapport with students is established through Whanaungatanga;

(v)Build positive relationships with students;

(vi)Students identity, language and culture is valued.

(d)CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT:

(i)Classes start on time;

(ii)Model PB4L restorative practice;

(iii)Students are encouraged to be responsible and self-managing;

(iv)Accurate records of attendance are kept;

(v)Positive, supportive, purposeful atmosphere encouraged;

(vi)Individuality of every student acknowledged;

(vii)Maintain the classroom as an attractive, environment for learning and teaching;

(viii)Be inclusive, celebrate diversity;

(viiii)The learning environment is safe for all students.

(e)CONTRIBUTION TO TEACHING TEAM ACTIVITIES:

(i)Resources are contributed to the Learning Area pool;

(ii)Tasks set down and agreed with the LOL are carried out;

(iii)Learning Area meetings are attended and a positive contribution made;

(iv)Works co-operatively and shares information and ideas in Learning Area and wider teacher team activities.

(f)CONTRIBUTION TO THE CORPORATE LIFE OF THE SCHOOL:

(i)Preparedness to participate in the wider educational and cultural life of the school;

(ii)Participate in negotiated extra curricular activities, school and community programmes as required;

(iii)School policies and management routines are followed;

(iv)Maintain good relationships with parents and members of the College community;

(v)Foster the welfare and image of the College in the local and wider community.

(vi)Act as a positive ambassador for the school.

(g)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

(i)Keep informed of pedagogical and subject developments;

(ii)Participation in the professional development programmes of the school;

(iii)Participate in performance appraisals

(iv)To maintain the requirements of the Teaching Professional Standards as outlined in the CEC.

(h)HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Staff must follow:

(i)Health and Safety plan and policy;

(ii)Must remain in class when students are in their care;

(iii)

(I)EXTRA SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES, AS AGREED WITH THE PRINCIPAL, (TO BE CONFIRMED ANNUALLY):

This job description will be re-negotiated annually.

Date:______

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Classroom TeacherLOLPrincipal

Note:This job description is an interim one and will be refined as part of the Strategic Planning Process of the College.

2017

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