Common use of Teaching Techniques Clause in Contracts

Teaching Techniques. It is expected that there will be a range of techniques and approaches utilised to address appropriately student needs. * Teachers will be expected to use appropriate role models to lead students towards achievable success. * Classrooms should be conducive to learning by being as attractive, positive and supportive of children’s learning as possible. * Routines should be appropriate, well established and understood by all students. * Develop respect and understanding by encouraging appropriate role model interactions. * Maintenance of maximum use of learning time. * Develop positive, good relationships with students which demonstrates a respect for their individual needs and cultural backgrounds. * Ensure that as far as possible the classroom is physically safe. * Provision is to be made for a purposeful working atmosphere. * All discipline procedures are to be in line with school policies and the school’s Student Management Plan. * Programmes must provide coverage of the essential learning areas of science, technology, social science, health and physical education and arts with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy * These programmes must be in line with the National Curriculum Statements and take account of all strands within each learning area. * Teachers will demonstrate a sound knowledge of current curriculum content and assessment at the appropriate levels to which they are teaching. * It is expected that teachers will maintain a high level of commitment to own learning which takes into account current curriculum development and learning theory. * Opportunities should be provided, where appropriate, to integrate programmes that advance te reo Maori and tikanga Maori initiatives (language and customs).