Drama Teacher (2021/2022 SY) at PLC Charter Schools in Tolleson, Arizona

Job Description:

Employment Terms:
Nine Month, Full Time, Exempt Position
Reports directly to the Principal
2021-2022 School Year
Benefits:
Arizona State Retirement System, Year-Round Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Sick Leave Plan, Floating Holidays, & Life Insurance.
Summary:
The Drama Teacher is responsible for teaching Drama classes featuring students at all levels, from beginning to more advance. The Drama Teacher is a member of the Performing Arts and Specials team and is expected to participate in the development and activities of the Performing Arts Program in alignment to the vision of the school.
Responsibilities:

Provides the leadership and knowledge needed to plan for the learning of each student and for the development and implementation of the thematic units.
The goal of the teacher is to ensure that all students meet or exceed standards for the grade level of the student set by the state of Arizona.
Provide effective, innovative instruction.
Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community members.
Supervise students visually and audibly during required duty times and assure the safety of all students in the school.
Provide supervision of students during non-academic times (i.e. breaks, lunch, detention, etc. occasionally after school and/or other assignments).
Model and enforce rules and provide an appropriate response to student misconduct in a safe and respectful manner. Provide documentation for student incidents.
Develop curriculum design, support, and implementation in line with the vision of PLC Charter Schools.
Plan, administer, and supervise academic programs tied to state standards for students.
Incorporate Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) into the general curriculum (when appropriate).
Completion of Grade Cards, 45-Day Screenings, testing (state and district), and any other required report.
Communicate with students, parents, advocates, and guardians as appropriate about student progress or lack thereof.
Be knowledgeable of and implement PLC Charter School policies and procedures.
Provide suggestions/input on the selection of instructional materials and resources.
Attend all mandatory meetings and evening programs for the school.
Be knowledgeable of Arizona State Standards and ensure said standards are maintained.
All other duties as assigned by the Site Director.

Requirements:

Must be able to function well in a TEAM environment.
Must be able to implement effective instruction in small groups, large groups, and individual instruction environments.
Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Arizona Teaching Certificate with a approved area in Drama, preferred.
3 years of teaching experience with evidence of growth.
Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card are required.