Middle School Teacher
Middle School Teacher
Purpose Statement
The job of Middle School Teacher is done for the purpose(s) of providing support to the instructional process by
serving as a teacher with specific responsibilities for supervising students within the classroom and other
assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and/or individual student instruction within
established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators
in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquires from students’
parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.
This job reports to the principal.
Essential Functions
● Administers subject specific assessments, district and/or state tests (e.g. MAP, etc.) for the purpose of
assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
● Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating
expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing
classroom goals in the home environment.
● Analyzes test data and plans instructional responses for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.
● Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations and/or goals for the purpose of providing
feedback to students, parents, administration and/or to seek the assistance of district specialists.
● Collaborates with professional learning communities, instructional staff, other school personnel, parents,
business partners, and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality
of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement
plan.
● Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the
purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
● Differentiates classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that
address individualized learning within established lesson plans.
● Directs para-professionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective
classroom program that addresses the needs of individual students.
● Facilitates student learning (e.g. creating a learning environment, integrating technology, arranging field
trips, organizing age appropriate activities, etc.) for the purpose of achieving success in academics,
interpersonal, and daily living skills through delivered lesson plans.
● Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of
study.
● Interacts continually with students for the purpose of educating them.
● Maintains a variety of confidential and non confidential manual and electronic files and records for the
purpose of providing up to date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established
administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
● Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
● Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, campus grounds, field trips,
clubs, sporting events, graduation, dances, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning
environment.
● Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. PLC, staff, student support, grade level, etc.) for the purpose of
conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
● Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, lesson plans, progress
reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
● Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of
maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to
education code and school policies.
● Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or
directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
● Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. students, teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for
the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of
the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Skills are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills
in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform
the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment
including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of
documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages
of child development; and behavioral management strategies.
Ability is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use
job related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with
data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also
required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize
job-related equipment.
Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently
requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific
ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and
maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality;
exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods;
directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget. utilization of resources
from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly
impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing.
The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of
injury and/or illness.
Attendance
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Experience Education
Job related experience is desired Bachelors degree in a job-related area
Required Testing Certificates and Licenses
Missouri State Teaching Certificate
Continuing Education/Training Clearances
State Required Professional Development Hours FBI Fingerprint and Family Care Registry
FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade
Exempt 12/8/2021 Certified
The purpose and utilization of job descriptions in Fulton 58 Public Schools are to ensure the essential functions
of each position are articulated in order to create a clear understanding of job expectations for the incumbent
while also providing a framework through which the recruiting, hiring, and retaining of employees may be
enhanced.
