English Teacher 5 FTE- Klamath Union High School - Starting the 2025-2026 School Year
English Teacher 5 FTE- Klamath Union High School - Starting the 2025-2026 School Year
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$ 49638 - 92138
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Job Description
Salary:Currently $49638.36$92138.12 (DOE) prorated based upon FTE still being negotiated for.
Insurance:Generous Health dental and vision contribution from the district currently up to $2202 (based upon family coverage) prorated based upon FTE TBD for.
PERS Retirement:The district assumes and pays the 6 average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system.
Benefits to working at KFCS:
- Student loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
- Teacher mentoring program for teachers new to the profession.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse student population.
- Districtsupported child care is available.
- Work in a highly supportive environment
- Access to classroom technology including interactive white board document cameras and chromebooks
- Ongoing Professional Development opportunities
Schedule:190 Days 3 days new teacher inservice
Job Title: High School English Teacher
Location: Klamath Union High School
Reports To: Principal
Job Summary:
The High School English Teacher is responsible for delivering a rigorous and engaging English curriculum that fosters students literary analysis writing and communication skills. The teacher will guide students through various genres of literature and forms of composition while cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. This position involves close collaboration with students parents and colleagues to enhance academic achievement and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
English Instruction:
- Plan and deliver standardsbased English lessons aligned with state and school curriculum.
- Teach literature composition grammar and critical thinking across a variety of texts.
- Guide students in reading and analyzing literary genres including novels poetry drama and nonfiction.
- Support student development in writing essays creative works and research projects.
- Facilitate classroom discussions to enhance comprehension interpretation and oral communication skills.
Student Development & Engagement:
- Foster a positive respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Provide individualized support to promote academic success and literacy development.
- Encourage participation in Englishrelated extracurricular activities (e.g. writing clubs school publications).
- Promote critical thinking collaboration and confidence through discussion and projectbased learning.
Collaboration & Administrative Duties:
- Collaborate with school staff counselors and families to support student success.
- Assess and track student progress using formative and summative assessments.
- Maintain accurate records and provide timely feedback to students and parents.
- Participate in professional development and contribute to schoolwide initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in English Education or a related field.
- Valid Oregon state teaching certification/licensure in English (secondary level).
- Experience teaching English at the high school level preferred.
- Strong knowledge of literature writing instruction and curriculum development.
- Excellent communication organization and classroom management skills.
- Ability to inspire and engage students in a collaborative academic setting.
Work Environment & Expectations:
- Work primarily in a classroom setting with occasional participation in schoolwide events.
- Engage with students parents and the school community to support a strong academic culture.
- Attend meetings professional development sessions and parentteacher conferences as required.
Preemployment requirements:
Employment for this position is contingent on clearance of the following:
X Background Investigation
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law including but not limited to an individuals perceived or actual race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin marital status age mental or physical disability pregnancy familial status economic status or veterans status or because of the perceived or actual race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin marital status age mental or physical disability pregnancy familial status economic status or veterans status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.
Employment Type
Full-Time
