AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND KEY TASKS
A PLANNING, TEACHING AND CLASS MANAGEMENT,
TO:
Teach
allocated pupils by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning
through:
- identifying
clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed
- setting
tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest
- setting
appropriate and demanding expectations
- setting
clear targets, building on prior attainment
- identifying
SEN or very able pupils;
- provide
clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;
- make
effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study;
- ensure
effective teaching and best use of available time;
- monitor
and intervene to ensure sound learning
and discipline
- use
a variety of teaching methods to:
i. match approach to content, structure
information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
ii. use effective questioning, listen
carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptions
iii. select appropriate learning resources
and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other sources;
- ensure
pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate
to the subject taught;
- evaluate
their own teaching critically to improve effectiveness;
ADDITIONAL
STANDARDS FOR NURSERY AND EARLY YEARS
- take
account of pupils' needs by providing structured learning opportunities which
develop the areas of learning identified in national and local policies and
particularly the foundations for literacy and numeracy;
- encourage
pupils to think and talk about their learning, develop self control and
independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively;
- use
a variety of teaching strategies which involve planned adult intervention,
first-hand experience and play and talk as a vehicle for learning;
- manage
parents and other adults in the classroom.
B MONITORING, ASSESSMENT, RECORDING,
REPORTING - TO:
- assess
how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve
specific aspects of teaching;
- mark
and monitor pupils' work and set targets for progress;
- assess
and record pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is
understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and
recognise the level at which the pupil is achieving;
- prepare
and present informative reports to parents.
C OTHER PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS - TO:
- have
a working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal liabilities;
- operate
at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school;
- establish
effective working relationships and set a good example through their
presentation and personal and professional conduct;
- endeavour
to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high
expectations;
- contribute
to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings
and management systems necessary to coordinate the management of the school;
- take
responsibility for their own professional development and duties in relation to
school policies and practices;
- liaise
effectively with parents and governors.
- take
on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined.