Anticipated Vacancy

TITLE:	Physical Education Teacher
LOCATION:	Middle School
CERTIFICATION:	NYS Certification in Physical Education - K-12

 

Purpose:  A teacher will have the primary responsibility of providing the students of the Palmyra-Macedon Central School District with a world-class, relevant education.  Teachers will guide students in attaining the knowledge and skills necessary for success during their educational career as well as prepare our students to become college and career-ready after graduation.  Teachers will help students learn the skills and attitudes necessary to achieve a responsible, productive, and fulfilling life in our changing world.

Core Values:

As a Pal-Mac staff member, we believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we focus on clearly defined and consistently demonstrated core values. 

In all of our actions and interactions we:

• Focus on students
• Value the power of positive relationships
• Act with integrity and honesty
• Work with a purpose, striving for excellence, pride and passion
• Approach experiences with an open mind and a willingness to grow
• Foster safety and a sense of belonging

Expected Results:

1. Teachers will ensure students are engaged in lessons that reflect the teacher’s understanding of content knowledge, pedagogy, and best practices by:

• Establishing a culture of learning within their classrooms.
• Preparing lessons with the appropriate level of content and relevant learning activities that are suitable for diverse learners and supporting the instructional outcomes.
• Engaging students in lessons and activities to students in a compelling, clear, and challenging way.
• Using real-world context and integrating technology when appropriate.
• Continually assessing and analyzing student learning, and making adjustments that have a positive impact on student learning.
• Assessing student work and giving feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Searching and utilizing best practices.
• Anticipating student misconceptions and planning their lessons to accommodate the misconceptions.
• Reflecting upon lessons taught and making adjustments where appropriate to enhance student learning.
• Conducting and/or attending staff development opportunities.

 2. Data will be collected and used to improve instruction by:  

• Designing and administering summative and formative assessments that align with the District's adopted standards and curriculum.
• Collecting and analyzing summative and formative data from student work.
• Sharing and having professional discussions about collected data with colleagues and administrators.
• Utilizing collected data to gauge student learning and develop plans to improve student learning.

3. Positive relationships with students and their families will be created and maintained by:

• Creating clear standards of conduct for student behavior.
• Interacting with students in a respectful and caring manner.
• Responding to student needs in a manner sensitive to the students’ needs.
• Contacting parents on a regular basis with feedback on students’ areas of growth and areas of concern.  
• Posting grades weekly to the Parent Portal or other District established protocol.

4. Positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues will be created and maintained by:

• Participating in professional development opportunities to share and/or acquire new best practices in teaching.
• Sharing successful lessons and activities with colleagues as appropriate.
• Actively participating in a collaborative team.

5. Teachers will fulfill their professional responsibilities by:

• Volunteering to participate in school events.
• Seeking out professional development opportunities, both in-district and out-of-district, to enhance content knowledge and pedagogical skills.
• Conducting professional development for colleagues where appropriate.
• Holding the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Being highly proactive in being an advocate for all students in the district.
• Recognizing that teaching and learning extend beyond the parameters of the regular school day and committing to a “whatever it takes” framework
• Participating in the development of a local curriculum grounded in CCLS, content, and international (when appropriate) standards and frameworks while addressing the appropriate expectations of the teaching profession and appropriate professional organizations.

6. Teachers in specific content areas are expected to share their knowledge and expertise with students.  Examples of this expectation are:

      High School Vocal Music Teacher 

• Advise the Madrigal Dinner.
• Conduct the choir at the Baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies.
• Run choir camp during the summer and direct the choir during Canal Town Days and other community functions.
• Participate in All County and All State Choir competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production(s).

      High School Band Director

• Run band camp during the summer and direct the High School Marching Band at Canal Town Days, on Memorial Day, and at other community functions.
• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Conduct the band at the Baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.

      Middle School Vocal Music Teacher

• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.
• Conduct the Con Brio choir and perform at various school and community functions.

      Elementary and Middle School Band Directors

• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.
• Conduct Jazz Band and/or Honors Band and perform at various school functions.

      Physical Education Teachers

• With limited exceptions, as approved by the Director of Physical Education, Athletics, and Community Services, coach at least one sport per school year.

7. All parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.

8. Teachers will perform all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

Evaluation: Teachers will be evaluated using the District's adopted Annual Professional Performance Review.

 

 

 

Anticipated Vacancy

POSITION:	Special Education Teacher - Probationary 12:1:1
LOCATION:	Middle School
CERTIFICATION:	NYS Certifications in Special Education 5-9, K-12, or All Grades

 

Purpose:  A teacher will have the primary responsibility of providing the students of the Palmyra-Macedon Central School District with a world-class, relevant education.  Teachers will guide students in attaining the knowledge and skills necessary for success during their educational career as well as prepare, our students to become college and career ready after graduation.  Teachers will help students learn the skills and attitudes necessary to achieve a responsible, productive, and fulfilling life in our changing world.

Core Values:

As a Pal-Mac staff member, we believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we focus on clearly defined and consistently demonstrated core values. 

In all of our actions and interactions we:

• Focus on students
• Value the power of positive relationships
• Act with integrity and honesty
• Work with a purpose, striving for excellence, pride and passion
• Approach experiences with an open mind and a willingness to grow
• Foster safety and a sense of belonging

Expected Results:

1. Teachers will ensure students are engaged in lessons that reflect the teacher’s understanding of content knowledge, pedagogy, and best practices by:

• Establishing a culture of learning within their classrooms.
• Preparing lessons with the appropriate level of content and relevant learning activities that are suitable to diverse learners and supporting the instructional outcomes.
• Engaging students in lessons and activities to students in a compelling, clear, and challenging way.
• Using real-world context and integrating technology when appropriate.
• Continually assessing and analyzing student learning, and making adjustments that have a positive impact on student learning.
• Assessing student work and giving feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Searching and utilizing best practices.
• Anticipating student misconceptions and planning their lessons to accommodate for the misconceptions.
• Reflecting upon lessons taught and making adjustments where appropriate to enhance student learning.
• Conducting and/or attending staff development opportunities.

2. Data will be collected and used to improve instruction by:  

• Designing and administering summative and formative assessments that align with the District's adopted standards and curriculum.
• Collecting and analyzing summative and formative data from student work.
• Sharing and having professional discussions about collected data with colleagues and administrators.
• Utilizing collected data to gauge student learning and develop plans to improve student learning.

3. Positive relationships with students and their families will be created and maintained by:

• Creating clear standards of conduct for student behavior.
• Interacting with students in a respectful and caring manner.
• Responding to student needs in a manner sensitive to the students’ needs.
• Contacting parents on a regular basis with feedback on students’ areas of growth and areas of concern.  
• Posting grades weekly to the Parent Portal or other District established protocol.

 4. Positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues will be created and maintained by:

• Participating in professional development opportunities to share and/or acquire new best practices in teaching.
• Sharing successful lessons and activities with colleagues as appropriate.
• Actively participating in a collaborative team.

5. Teachers will fulfill their professional responsibilities by:

• Volunteering to participate in school events.
• Seeking out professional development opportunities, both in-district and out of district, to enhance content knowledge and pedagogical skills.
• Conducting professional development for colleagues where appropriate.
• Holding the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Being highly proactive in being an advocate for all students in the district.
• Recognizing that teaching and learning extend beyond the parameters of the regular school day and committing to a “whatever it takes” framework
• Participating in the development of a local curriculum grounded in CCLS, content, and international (when appropriate) standards and frameworks while addressing the appropriate expectations of the teaching profession and appropriate professional organizations.

6. Teachers of specific content areas are expected to share their knowledge and expertise with students.  Examples of this expectation are:

High School Vocal Music Teacher 

• Advise the Madrigal Dinner.
• Conduct the choir at the Baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies.
• Run choir camp during the summer and direct the choir during Canal Town Days and other community functions.
• Participate in All County and All State Choir competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production(s).

High School Band Director

• Run band camp during the summer and direct the High School Marching Band at Canal Town Days, on Memorial Day, and at other community functions.
• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Conduct the band at the Baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.

Middle School Vocal Music Teacher

• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.
• Conduct the Con Brio choir and perform at various school and community functions.

Elementary and Middle School Band Directors

• Participate in All County and All State Band competitions.
• Participate in the High School and/or Middle School musical production.
• Conduct Jazz Band and/or Honors Band and perform at various school functions.

Physical Education Teachers

• With limited exceptions, as approved by the Director of Physical Education, Athletics, and Community Services, coach at least one sport per school year.

7.  All parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.

8.  Teachers will perform all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

Evaluation: Teachers will be evaluated using the District's adopted Annual Professional Performance Review.

Anticipated Vacancy

POSITION:	Teacher Aide
LOCATION:	Middle School
REPORTS TO:	Building Administrator, District Administrator, or Department Supervisor/Director

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This title is used for positions which are created for the main purpose of relieving school teachers of that part of their duties, which, while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel.  The duties of this class differ from those of School Monitor due to the more complex nature of the assignments that are performed. The duties of School Monitor are generally quite limited in scope, whereas those of Teacher Aide often times require specific skills or abilities.

In addition to the job description found  below, this position will have a focus on alternatives to suspension/in-school suspension, hall monitor duties, and supervision of students.

Purpose: The Teacher Aide will have the primary responsibility of supporting teachers in the performance of their teaching functions through duties associated with the teaching process and by helping teachers meet the physical needs of children. They are an integral part of the Palmyra-Macedon Central School District’s mission to provide every student with a relevant, world-class education. The Teacher Aide will also have the primary responsibility of being the “face” of the building/department and ensuring all patrons receive a warm and friendly greeting.  This Result Oriented Job Description is in conjunction with the job description provided by the Wayne County Civil Service.
 

Guiding Philosophy of a Palmyra-Macedon Teacher Aide

• Embrace learning for all.
• Create and enthusiastically be part of a collaborative culture.
• Value collective capacity through job-embedded professional learning.
• Focus on results and not activities.
• Implement changes for its effect on increased student achievement and the overall enhancement of the organization.
• Embrace the model of continuous improvement.

Expected Results:

1. The Teacher Aide will guide students regarding the teacher's directed differentiated instruction they need by:

• Working with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects.
• Assisting pupils in the use of provided instructional resources.
• Utilizing their own special skills and abilities to aid the teacher's directed instructional programs in such areas as foreign languages, arts, crafts, music and similar subjects.
• Assisting students with specific health-related activities as appropriate.
• Providing the teacher with information about pupils which will assist the teacher in the development of appropriate learning and behavioral experiences.
• Overseeing the technical operations of language and science laboratory equipment, setup and breakdown.
• Assisting students with the technical operation of computers, accessing information on the Internet and accessing word processing and other computer programs.
• Reading from prepared scripts to children, e.g., test modifications and books.
• Proctoring and assisting with the technical functions of the examination.
• Maintaining classroom routines and assisting with behavior issues at the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assisting teachers with the correction of test papers, recording of grades, maintaining files and preparing statistical reports.
• When assigned to support matters of the Code of Conduct as it relates to school bus transportation, the employee shall be responsible (.4 FTE) to work with school bus drivers, parents, counselors, and the building principal to address bus disciplinary matters, conduct transportation investigations, board buses, implement approved behavior plans, and coordinate with the transportation office on such matters.

2. The Teacher Aide will ensure all parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

• Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.
• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their assistance.
• Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.
• Being patient.

3. The Teacher Aide will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Building Administrator or Department      Supervisor/Director.

• The Teacher Aide will possess the following minimum qualities, qualifications, skills, and/or abilities:
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Fingerprint clearance through New York State Office of School Personnel Review and accountability.
• Evidence of an open, collaborative style that fosters a sense of teamwork and common purpose.
• Proven people skills and is an effective communicator with a sense of humor. The successful candidate will be positive, approachable, and respectful of others.
• Willingness to become an active, engaged and visible member of the Pal-Mac community.
• A clear communicator in oral and written language, including electronic communication.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, administrators, students, and parents.
• Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Listens first.

Evaluation:  The Teacher Aide will report to the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director and be evaluated by the District approved document.