Establishing clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan;

Planning and preparing lessons, assignments, instructional materials in accordance to Montessori methods and Volunteer State Curriculum;

Establishing learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of Montessori philosophy;

Selecting and using appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to group discussions, demonstrations, modeling fieldtrips, extension activities and multimedia teaching aids to present subject matter to students;

Evaluating student progress using appropriate assessment techniques;

Maintaining order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and taking all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;

Creating a community environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enabling each student to achieve learning objectives;

Supervising students in a variety of school-related settings and activities;

Counseling pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise;

Collaborating with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students;

Arranging and participating in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary;

Maintaining accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation;

Monitoring appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities;

Attending and actively participating use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities;

Attending and actively participating in staff/faculty meetings and providing input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives and methods; and

Continued professional development of skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multi-cultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.