Homebound Teacher at Portsmouth Public Schools

POSITION TITLE: HOMEBOUND TEACHERREPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICESOVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: N/AJOB SUMMARY:Homebound instruction is an alternative method of providing educational services for students in grades K-12 who are unable to attend school because of temporary or permanent disability.The HomeboundOffice determines eligibility based on medical information submitted by a physician licensed clinical psychologist or psychiatrist.This is a short-term service provided for a minimum period of two weeks.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Provide one-on-one instruction to students in their home or designated location or virtually.Collaborate with students classroom teachers to align instruction with the current curriculum and academic standards.Prepare and deliver individualized lesson plans and instructional materials.Assess student progress and provide feedback to parents/guardians school personneland administration. Maintain accurate records of instruction time lesson delivery and student progress.Communicate regularly with families and school staff to support the students academdevelopment and return to school.Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Thorough knowledge of subject(s); thorough knowledge of education principles practices andprocedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching;thorough knowledge of school division rules regulations and procedures; ability to establish andmaintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff students and parents; ability to operate a personal computer.This work requires an ability to have a flexible part-time schedule based on student availability andneed. Instruction may occur in students homes libraries hospitals or virtually depending on circumstances. If virtual sessions must be recorded. Travel to students locations may be required.Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spokenword; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Must possess a Bachelors or Masters degree in education or a related field. Must possess orbe eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License Postgraduate Professional License orProvisional License with appropriate endorsement to teach specific subject area.Detailed licensure information is available from the Virginia Department of Education online at: REQUIREMENTS:Background investigationTuberculin skin test or screening results Key Skills Client Server,Account Development,Business Travel,Corporate Risk Management,Dsp,Litigation Paralegal Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1