Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

K8 49 or 712 Licensure

Title:English Language ArtsTeacher(Anticipated) ES MS and HS

Reports to:Principal

Job Objective:Plans implements and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices. Keeps stakeholders informed about emerging issues. Encourages parental involvement.

Minimum:Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.

Qualifications:Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g. a negative tuberculosis test etc..

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drugfree workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.

EssentialFunctions:The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to

enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Teaches classes as scheduled. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences. Documents teaching performance objectives. Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Develops written lesson plans that align with state standards and the districts adopted courses of study/curriculum goals.
• Evaluates the academic needs of students. Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g. use of instructional/media resources access/proximity to activities etc..
• Communicates expectations provides guidance and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Facilitates selfreliance problemsolving criticalthinking creativity and performance skills.
• Plans collaborative learning activities that encourage and support positive peer relationships.
• Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand academic objectives behavioral standards and performance expectations.
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g. excessive absences atrisk behavior mental/physical health family/peer relations etc..
• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
• Supports an inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
• Initiates student assistance/intervention referrals as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines. Helps the intervention assistance team (IAT) prepare plans for eligible students.
• Helps prepare and implement Section 504 Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and other intervention activities for assigned students meeting eligibility requirements.
• Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with contentarea preparation activities.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g. phone calls notes meetings etc..
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property. Oversees the cleaning repair replacement and storage of program supplies/equipment.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Supervises nonclassroom activities when assigned.
• Participates in staff meetings conferences and other required school activities.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports schoolsponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Provides prompt notification of absences. Ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific jobrelated duties as directed.

AbilitiesRequired:The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties:

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Models professional and ethical conduct. Assumes responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Skillfully manages individual group and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses listening observation reading verbal nonverbal and writing skills.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Exhibits consistency resourcefulness and resilience.
• Exercises tact and selfcontrol when dealing with other individuals.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

WorkingConditions:Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

• Duties may require bending crouching kneeling reaching and standing.
• Duties may require lifting carrying and moving workrelated supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure toadverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive disruptive and/or unruly individuals.

PerformanceEvaluation:Job performance including duties assigned by the superintendent are evaluated according topolicies/contractual agreements adopted by the Fairless Local School District Board of Education.

The Fairless Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics staffing factors funding variables modified operating procedures and other unforeseen events.