Position Type:
Activities – INTERNAL ONLYDate Posted:
8/29/2024Location:
To Be Determined
KEARNY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SUPERINTENDENT’S BULLETIN #50
Discipline Instructor
Teacher of English
Teacher of Mathematics
Kearny High School
~Internal Applicants Only~
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
REPORTS TO:
Principal/Assistant Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold or be eligible for the NJDOE Teacher of English certification or NJDOE Teacher of Mathematics certification.
DESCRIPTION:
The Discipline Instructor is responsible for delivering instructional support to students assigned to the Discipline Instruction Room (DIR) during the instructor’s scheduled prep period. The instructor will work closely with the school administration and teachers to ensure that students continue their academic progress while addressing behavioral issues. The role involves providing academic instruction, reinforcing positive behaviors, and guiding students toward successful reintegration into the regular classroom environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Instructional Support: Deliver academic instruction aligned with the curriculum to students in the DIR, ensuring they keep up with their coursework.
- Behavioral Guidance: Provide guidance and mentorship to students, helping them understand the consequences of their actions and encouraging positive behavior changes.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with teachers to obtain assignments, materials, and information necessary to support students’ academic progress.
- Monitoring Progress: Track and report student progress, both academically and behaviorally, to relevant staff members and administration.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a structured and supportive learning environment within the DIR.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of attendance, assignments completed, and behavioral notes, providing reports to the administration as required.
- Crisis Management: Respond effectively to behavioral issues or crises, utilizing de-escalation techniques and reporting incidents according to school policy.
- Experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviors is highly preferred.
SKILLS:
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to handle disruptive behavior constructively.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, parents, and staff.
- Ability to adapt instructional methods to meet the individual needs of students.
- Proficient in using educational technology and learning management systems.
- Patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to student success.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and in challenging situations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
REMUNERATION:
Remuneration will be in accordance with the current KEA contract. This is funded through (ASP) Annual School Plan.
PLEASE APPLY ON THE KEARNY SCHOOLS WEBSITE:
www.kearnyschools.com
Aliki Bieltz, Assistant Superintendent
Paper or email applications will not be accepted
AA/EOE
