Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
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Job Description
JOB GOAL:
To structure the learning environment to study the integrated English program outlined by the LRSD Curriculum help students learn subject matter and master skills that will contribute to their overall development as mature able and responsible learners through establishing maintaining and reiteratively communicating clear behavior and learning expectations for all learners. To consistently strive to improve performance in order to aid students in meeting learning targets and goals and to provide frequent and ongoing feedback to learners and stakeholders regarding their progress towards those goals to ensure that every learner experiences success at high levels.
SUMMARY:
The teacher shall be able to function in collaborative team meetings to share practices and glean from others. The goal is to make data informed decisions to impact teaching and learning. The teacher shall follow the districts HQIM and provide feedback to students and stakeholders about where they are in their learning.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Nine and onefourth (9.25) month contract (190 days) plus benefit package.NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based on experience and LRSDs salary placement guidelines.FLSA:Exempt
Salary Range: $
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must meet Arkansas certification requirements in Middle School English or High School English 712.
- ESOL endorsement preferred.
- Demonstrates a willingness to try new teaching and assessment strategies that would benefit all students.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing staff development.
- Ability to teach to differences and sensitivity to cultural differences.
- Commitment to staff development and to apply new techniques in the classroom.
- Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District.
- Evidence of ability to work with diverse student populations.
- Ability to articulate student progress clearly to parents.
- Evidence of the ability to design and implement handson activities and thematic units in all content areas.
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
- Submission of a 510 minute video demonstrating the learning experience in your classroom required.
Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.
- Embrace best practices with high expectations and promote student success while adopting a studentcentered focus that allows students to grow socially emotionally physically and academically.
- Supports the PLC colloabrative committments while engaging with the administration and ALL staff to create a positive safe and learnercentered environment.
- Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulation.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or procedures governing student life conduct wellness and academic mastery.
- Plans instruction designed to promote the social physical and intellectual growth and development of children; formatively assesses student progress and modifies instructional techniques; plans a program of study that meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students; refers children to support services within the school community as needed.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievements of curriculum goals by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all lessons units and projects; integrates skills into units and learning centers in the classroom
- Prepares for instruction and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor; employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Implements innovative researchbased instructional strategies assessments techniques programs being considered by the building and/or District; collects pertinent data and information; works with the appropriate personnel to prepare a formal narrative and statistical reports related to the effectiveness of the innovation.
- Serves as a model classroom for the building and District; allows administrators teachers parents and others to observe in the classroom as requested; provides technical assistance shares information and resources with other teachers and staff.
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students; encourages students to set monitor and maintain high standards for classroom behavior; develops reasonable rules and procedures in order to maintain a classroom climate which is equitable fair and conducive to learning.
- Maintains an inventory all equipment furniture and large center items; maintains a clean and orderly classroom.
- Monitors individual and/or group activities to prevent accidents and promote social skills; takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment material and facilities.
- Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for educationrelated purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms; works with parents to promote cooperation understanding of development and participation in the program; allows parents to observe their children in the classroom setting; assumes responsibility for encouraging and involving parents and community in decision making relative to the development and implementation of programs at the building level.
- Meets and instructs assigned class in the location and at the times designated; works collaboratively with content and gradelevel team members; attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required; makes commitment to time necessary for participating in District/school sponsored staff development.
NOTE:
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mental Functions Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk go up and down stairs operate foot and hand controls use a telephone and write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound near and far vision depth perception handling and working with educational materials and/or objects and providing oral information. Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period and to be physically present and at assigned work with only infrequent unexcused absences during the contract year. Additional technical skills knowledge and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.
Employment Type
Full-Time
