JOB DESCRIPTION
Who We Are:The Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) is an award-winning, high performing network of charter schools located in Dayton, Ohio. Serving grades K-12, DECA’s three campuses are singularly focused on helping children from the city of Dayton gain the skills they need to be successful in college and beyond.
Mission:We prepare future college graduates today to become the leaders of our community tomorrow.
Core Values:Put students first;Demand success;Invest deeply in relationships;Do what’s right;Prove education changes lives;Find joy.Our Students and Results:We serve students in grades K-12 in the Dayton Public School area; academic proficiency is not considered during the admissions process. Admission is first come, first served.
94% of our students are African-American and 72% are economically disadvantaged;Over 80% of our students will be first in their family to go to college;DECA is committed to providing a rigorous and engaging academic curriculum;Our campuses foster an awareness of social justice issues; Strong community partnerships are at the core of our success;DECA alumni graduate from college at a rate nearly 5 times the national average for first generation college students and on par with their suburban counterparts.Successful Applicants:
Are developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership;Build relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community;Provide, seek, and act on feedback;Live our Core Values.Job Summary: The Army JROTC Instructor at DECA serves as a teacher, mentor, and advocate for cadets’ academic, leadership, and character development. The instructor implements the U.S. Army Cadet Command-approved JROTC curriculum, oversees the cadet corps and its activities, and works tirelessly to create optimal learning and leadership experiences for students. Teachers report to the School Director and work in partnership with the U.S. Army Cadet Command.
Qualifications:
Certified (or certifiable) as an Army JROTC Instructor through U.S. Army Cadet Command;Retired from active duty, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard with an honorable discharge and meeting all Cadet Command requirements for service, rank, and education;Valid Ohio teaching license/certificate or ability to obtain appropriate licensure as required;Effective interpersonal skills with children and adults;A broad range of interests and experience, with a passion for learning and youth development;Solid, basic knowledge in core content areas and leadership development;Prior relevant teaching, coaching, or youth leadership experience preferred;Sound classroom and corps management skills;Ability to improvise and problem solve;Experience with technology integration in the teaching and learning process;Effective in an interdisciplinary, teamed environment;Demonstrated ability to take initiative, provide leadership, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;Entrepreneurial spirit;An affinity for supporting students as individual learners and leaders;Dedication to the mission of assuring student learning and achievement, and to the mission and regulations of Army JROTC.Duties/Essential Functions:
Serve as a positive role model for students, exemplifying the Army Values (Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage);Demonstrate a positive, supportive, enthusiastic, and encouraging attitude with all students;Implement, by instruction and action, DECA’s mission, core values, and the mission of Army JROTC (“To motivate young people to be better citizens”);Advocate for, and on behalf of, students and families;Celebrate student and cadet accomplishments;Develop meaningful, appropriate relationships with each student and his/her parent/guardian;Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes, including, within reason, outside of the traditional prescribed times and day, when necessary;Attend faculty meetings and other staff development and planning sessions as determined by the principal and school staff;Maintain accurate, complete, and factual records on each student as required by school law;Teach the Army JROTC curriculum using a variety of instructional strategies and learning activities aligned to Cadet Command standards and Ohio learning standards as appropriate;Plan a program of instruction that is both challenging and that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of each child;Establish clear learning and leadership objectives for cadets and provide supplemental activities that support student growth;Facilitate cadet leadership development through the Army JROTC chain of command and staff positions;Support cadets in setting and monitoring academic, behavioral, and postsecondary goals.Maintain accountability for all U.S. Government–issued uniforms, equipment, and instructional materials;Ensure compliance with all U.S. Army Cadet Command regulations, inspections, and reporting requirements;Coordinate and supervise JROTC extracurricular activities such as color guard, drill team, raider/fitness team, academic team, service-learning projects, and ceremonial events;Facilitate student learning and service outside the school building via a variety of field experiences, community service, and leadership activities;Assist in identifying, establishing, and monitoring leadership and learning opportunities for students;Hold students accountable for their academic progress, leadership responsibilities, and uniform/appearance standards;Report each student’s progress, both educationally and socially, through regularly scheduled reports, communication with parents, and cadet conferences;Attend faculty meetings and other staff development and planning sessions as determined by the principal and school staff;Maintain accurate, complete, and factual records on each student as required by school law and by Army JROTC (e.g., JUMS data, rosters, inventories).Assess and facilitate the strengths and needs of the whole learner: physically, socially and emotionally, and intellectually/academically;Mediate student conflicts to the best of your ability;Work with the school team on academic and social/behavioral intervention strategies for student;Periodically transport students complying with traffic ordinances and school transportation policy; Perform other duties as assigned by the principal; andStrive to continually improve professional competence.Terms of Employment:
For the duration of the teacher's absenceSalary to be determined based on experience and education level.Working Environment:
Workplace locations include:
School, activity center, outdoor play areas;Retreat/field sites; andOther environments as deemed necessary/appropriate.Physical demands:
While performing the duties of his/her job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear.The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.Additional Working Conditions:
The noise level in this work environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity and location.Working conditions for this job include (1) possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue; and (2) occasional operation of a motor vehicle to transport students.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
The information in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for the position. Additional duties performed by individuals currently holding the position and additional duties may be assigned.
This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act
Employee signature below constitutes employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.
Employee:_______________________________________ Date:_____________
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Job Title: Reserve Teacher
Job Summary:
Reserve Teachers at Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) report to work each day to fill assigned vacancies. Assignments may be changed by the district or school principal at the last minute based on need. The Reserve Teacher may be expected to travel between and work at various campuses within the district. The Reserve Teacher will be responsible for carrying out lesson plans/duties of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting and meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in laws and policies. The Reserve Teacher reports to the building principal.
Qualifications:
Ability to Obtain Valid Ohio License;K-3, 4-9 or 7-12 License; orLong-Term Substitute; K-3 License preferredPrior relevant experience preferred;Demonstrated flexibility and sense of humor;Effective interpersonal skills;A broad range of interests and experience with a passion for learning;Knowledge of state and national academic content standards;Basic knowledge in all core content areas;Knowledge of pedagogical theories, perspectives, and developments;Strong organizational skills;Sound classroom management skills;Ability to improvise and work through uncertainties;Experience with technology‐integration in the teaching and learning process;Effectiveness in an interdisciplinary, teamed environment;Ability to take initiative, provide leadership, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;Entrepreneurial spirit;Leadership skills;Excellent problem‐solving skills;An affinity for supporting students and teachers as individual learners;Dedication to the mission of assuring student learning and achievement.Specific responsibilities include:
Serve as positive role model for students;Follow lesson plans as provided by the classroom teacher;Implement, by instruction and action, Dayton Early College Academy’s mission and core values;Know and understand the Dayton Early College Academy goals and how they align to content area standards as defined by Ohio Department of Education;Celebrate student accomplishments;Interact positively with a diverse population of students and adults;Hold students accountable for their academic progress;Report each student’s progress, both educationally and socially, to classroom teacher;Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.Terms of Employment:
178 daysSalary to be determined based on experience and education level. All staff members are issued one-year contracts.
Working Environment:
Workplace locations include:
School, activity center, outdoor play areas;Retreat/field sites; andOther environments as deemed necessary/appropriate.
Physical demands:
While performing the duties of his/her job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear.The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.Additional Working Conditions:
The noise level in this work environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity and location.Working conditions for this job include (1) possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue; and (2) occasional operation of a motor vehicle to transport students.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
The information in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for the position. Additional duties performed by individuals currently holding the position and additional duties may be assigned.
This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act
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JOB DESCRIPTIONWho We Are:The Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) is an award-winning, high performing network of charter schools located in Dayton, Ohio. Serving grades K-12, DECA's three campuses are singularly focused on helping children from the city of Dayton gain the skills they need to be successful in college and beyond.Mission: We prepare future college graduates today to become the leaders of our community tomorrow.Core Values:Put students first;Demand success;Invest deeply in relationships;Do what's right;Prove education changes lives;Find joy.Our Students and Results:We serve students in grades K-12 in the Dayton Public School area; academic proficiency is not considered during the admissions process. Admission is first come, first served.94°ree;/o of our students are African-American and 72%are economically disadvantaged;Over 80% of our students will be first in their family to go to college;DECA is committed to providing a rigorous and engaging academic curriculum;Our campuses foster an awareness of social justice issues;Strong community partnerships are at the core of our success;DECA alumni graduate from college at a rate nearly 5 times the national average for first-generation college students and on par with their suburban counterparts.Successful Applicants:Are developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership;Build relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community;Provide, seek, and act on feedback;Live our Core Values. .Job Summary:Substitute Teachers at Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) serve as substitute teachers when our teachers/advisors are unable to be at school. The Substitute Teacher reports to the DECA Principal/School Director.
Qualifications:Valid Ohio License;Short-Term or Long-Term Substitute; orK-3, 4-9 or 7-12 Ohio Teaching License. Prior relevant experience preferred;Prior relevant experience preferred;Effective interpersonal skills;A broad range of interests and experience with a passion for learning;Knowledge of state and national academic content standards;Basic knowledge in all core content areas;Knowledge of pedagogical theories, perspectives, and developments;Sound classroom management skills;Ability to improvise and work through uncertainties;Experience with technology-integration in the teaching and learning process;Effectiveness in an interdisciplinary, teamed environment;Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;Entrepreneurial spirit;Leadership skills;Excellent problem-solving skills.Powered by JazzHR
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