Teacher - Elementary Education - Language Arts
Teacher - Elementary Education - Language Arts
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MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Position:Elementary Teacher
Position Summary: An elementary language arts teacher plays a vital role in developing foundational literacy skills and fostering a love for reading and writing.
Job Type:Fulltime
Contract:200 days
FLSA Status:Exempt
Minimum Qualifications:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.
Below is a comprehensive list of their essential functions organized into relevant categories:
Instructional Responsibilities
Reading Instruction
- Teach phonics decoding and sight words to build foundational reading skills.
- Develop students reading comprehension through strategies such as predicting summarizing questioning and making connections.
- Foster fluency by practicing pace expression and accuracy.
- Introduce and discuss various genres of literature including fiction nonfiction poetry and folktales.
Writing Instruction
- Teach the stages of the writing process: brainstorming drafting revising editing and publishing.
- Guide students in writing for different purposes (e.g. narrative informational persuasive and creative writing).
- Provide instruction on sentence structure paragraph development and organization.
Grammar and Language Skills
- Teach parts of speech punctuation capitalization and proper sentence formation.
- Develop students vocabulary through word study context clues and explicit instruction.
- Promote proper spelling and handwriting skills including cursive where applicable.
Listening and Speaking Skills
- Facilitate discussions oral storytelling and presentations to build communication skills.
- Encourage active listening and the ability to follow oral directions.
- Incorporate opportunities for public speaking and collaborative group work.
Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Teach students to analyze texts for themes main ideas and supporting details.
- Introduce basic literary devices (e.g. imagery similes metaphors) appropriate for elementary levels.
- Encourage students to express opinions and support their ideas with evidence from texts.
Classroom Management
Creating a LiteracyRich Environment
- Maintain a classroom library with diverse and ageappropriate books.
- Display student work anchor charts and materials that promote a love of reading and writing.
- Create literacy centers for independent and smallgroup activities.
Behavioral Expectations
- Establish clear rules and routines to foster a structured and respectful learning environment.
- Use positive reinforcement and proactive strategies to encourage appropriate behavior.
Time Management
- Plan and allocate time effectively for wholegroup smallgroup and independent literacy activities.
- Integrate literacy instruction into other subject areas where possible.
Assessment and Evaluation
Monitoring Progress
- Use formative assessments such as observation running records and quick checks to gauge understanding.
- Conduct summative assessments like reading tests writing samples and standardized evaluations.
DataDriven Instruction
- Analyze assessment data to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners struggling readers and students with learning disabilities.
Feedback and Reporting
- Provide constructive feedback on student work to guide improvement.
- Communicate progress to parents through conferences report cards and written updates.
Instructional Strategies
Differentiated Instruction
- Implement tiered lessons and activities to address varying ability levels.
- Use scaffolding techniques to build confidence and independence.
SmallGroup and OneonOne Support
- Conduct guided reading sessions to target specific literacy skills.
- Offer individualized support for students who need additional help or enrichment.
Interactive and Engaging Activities
- Incorporate games storytelling and technology to make learning enjoyable.
- Use visual aids manipulatives and multimedia resources to enhance understanding.
Professional Responsibilities
Planning and Preparation
- Develop lesson plans that align with school standards and curriculum frameworks.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency across grade levels.
Professional Development
- Attend workshops conferences and training sessions to stay informed about best practices.
- Reflect on teaching effectiveness and seek opportunities for growth.
Collaboration and Communication
- Work with administrators special education staff and other teachers to support student success.
- Build positive relationships with students and their families to foster a supportive learning environment.
Fostering a Love of Literacy
Encouraging Reading for Pleasure
- Promote independent reading and help students select just right books.
- Host events like readalouds book clubs or author visits to excite students about reading.
Celebrating Writing
- Provide opportunities for students to share their work such as publishing class books or hosting writing showcases.
- Celebrate student progress and creativity in writing through recognition and display.
Inspiring Lifelong Learning
- Model enthusiasm for reading and writing in daily interactions.
- Cultivate curiosity and a growth mindset by encouraging students to ask questions and explore new ideas.
Cultural and Ethical Responsibilities
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
- Incorporate diverse authors cultures and perspectives into the curriculum.
- Use culturally responsive teaching practices to honor all students backgrounds.
Creating a Safe and Welcoming Space
- Foster a classroom culture of respect kindness and acceptance.
- Encourage collaboration and empathy through group projects and discussions.
Ethical and Professional Conduct
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with students families and colleagues.
- Serve as a role model in communication behavior and work ethic.
Physical Requirements:This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing speaking or hearing and using hands to finger handle or feel frequently requires walking and occasionally requires sitting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision distance vision depth perception and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office playground classroom light traffic).
Supervision Exercised:Principal
Employment Type
Full-Time
