Job Information
Fort Dodge Community School District Dodger Academy Summer Teacher in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Dodger Academy Summer Teacher JobID: 5387
Position Type:
Dodger Academy/After Sch Prog/ Teacher
Date Posted:
5/3/2024
Location:
Butler Elementary School
Dodger Academy Summer TeacherSupervisor: Building AdministratorContract Length: 11 weeksJob Classification: Certified Teacher FLSA Status: ExemptCompensation: $25/hr
In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Extended Learning Coordinator, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting student progress and outcomes, addressing specific educational needs of individual students and creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment. Provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.
Essential Functions
Implements elementary school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Creates a welcoming and engaging learning environment for all students.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
IEP goals, accomodations and progress monitroing based on IEP recommodations of services.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to elementary education.
License issued by Iowa BoEE for elementary teaching.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems, technology devices and software applications.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, coworkers and the greater community.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Amount of Time
Physical ActivityOccasionally(1%-32%)Frequently(33%-65%)Constantly(66%-100%)
Mobility--X
BendX--
Talk--X
Hear--X
Operate Computer-X-
Stationary Position-X-
Balance--X
Lift Up to 20 poundsX--
Manual Dexterity Tasks-X-
Reaching/Pushing/PullingX--
Sitting-X-
Carrying (25 feet)X--
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Amount of Time
Working ConditionsOccasionally(1%-32%)Frequently(33%-65%)Constantly(66%-100%)
District Office Hours--X
Indoors--X
Weekends/Off ScheduleX--
Temperature Extremes X--
It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Aaron Davidson, Executive Director Educational Services, 515-576-1161, adavidson@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Physical/Sexual Abuse Reporting The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School EmployeesRoger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The alternate is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District’s Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org. The Deputy Coordinator is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources. Both are located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Rev. 7/2023
Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.