ELA Teacher at Abilene Middle School (26-27 school year)

Abilene Public Schools (USD #435) Abilene KS is currently seeking an English Language Arts teacher for Abilene Middle School.

Qualifications

• A valid KS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students staff parents and the community
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.

Other Information

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 189 Day Contract

Responsibilities

• Developing students cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Integration of leadership technology and communication into the curriculum
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the schools program and support the Districts vision aims and goals

How To Apply

You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.

Providing a resume and additional attachments are optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name address phone and email address.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aligned with the mission of the Abilene Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students staff and patrons of the school all places and in all activities of the Abilene Public Schools it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individuals race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability age marital status citizenship status or economic status.