About the role#
This position is exclusively for individuals currently enrolled in a teacher preparation program who are assigned as student interns within Seattle Public Schools. You must have support from your university program and the building administration at your host school to be considered for this role. You will work under the direction of a building principal or program manager.
What you'll do#
- Foster and maintain an educational environment that supports student learning and maturation.
- Plan and deliver instructional programs to meet the needs of individuals and whole groups, including at-risk or special needs students.
- Prepare lesson plans and use appropriate instructional methods.
- Establish and implement classroom policies for student behavior and conduct.
- Provide guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage student achievement.
- Evaluate and record student progress and prepare reports for parents or guardians.
- Confer with students, parents, and staff to maintain positive relationships.
- Collect and interpret data for administrative purposes.
- Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
- Attend in-service training to improve professional growth.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree.
- A valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or Washington State Substitute Teaching Certificate.
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.
- Academic preparation or experience teaching a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population in an urban school system.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communication.
- Knowledge of effective behavior management and instructional techniques.
- Ability to design lesson plans for students with varying achievement levels.
- Ability to manage student behavior and maintain a safe learning environment.
- Ability to use computers and necessary instructional equipment.
- Ability to administer first aid and CPR.
- Ability to adapt to change and remain flexible.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, United States.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, hourly.
- Term: Rolling.
About Seattle Public Schools
Seattle Public Schools operates as the largest K-12 school system in Washington. The organization manages 103 schools and serves more than 54,000 students. Its staff includes approximately 8,000 employees with 3,600 teachers. The district focuses on academic achievement and preparation for college and careers.
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