Middle Level EnglishLA Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Report To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

General Definition of Work

A Middle Level English/Language Arts (ELA) Teacher is responsible for planning delivering and assessing instruction that helps students in grades 58 develop strong reading writing speaking and critical-thinking skills. The teacher creates a supportive and engaging classroom environment that encourages students to explore literature understand language conventions and express their ideas clearly.

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Teacher Salary Schedule/Full-Time/190 days

Start Date

Determined by Human Resources

Essential Functions

• Plan and teach standards-aligned lessons in reading writing grammar and vocabulary.
• Guide students in reading a variety of texts including fiction nonfiction poetry and informational sources.
• Teach the writing process including planning drafting revising editing and publishing.
• Provide constructive feedback to support student growth in reading comprehension and writing skills.
• Use assessments (formative and summative) to monitor progress and adjust instruction.
• Integrate technology to support literacy and communication.
• Create a positive inclusive classroom culture where all students feel safe and motivated to learn.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan curriculum analyze data and support schoolwide initiatives.
• Participate in professional development and maintain knowledge of current ELA instructional practices.
• Strong understanding of middle-level literacy standards.
• Commitment to fostering a love of reading and writing.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional knowledge of the needs of students.
• Knowledge needed to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and to speak effectively with middle-aged students and/or employees in a school environment.
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques.
• Strong skills in classroom management collaboration and differentiated instruction.
• Strong communication skills with students staff administration and the public.
• Understanding a childs behavior and dynamics.
• Skilled in problem solving and patience.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and the community.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to students.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to subtract multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Application of percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations is required.

Certification and Experience

• South Carolina certification in middle level language arts/English
• Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices
• Familiar with educational technology tools
• Strong classroom management skills and a growth-oriented mindset

Special Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid Drivers License or ability to provide own transportation
• May be required to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
• Prior to beginning employment negative tb test results must be provided

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires long periods of standing or walking around the classroom especially when giving instruction monitoring students or using whiteboards/projectors.
• Requires clear verbal communication and strong listening skills to engage with students parents and colleagues.
• May require projecting voice in noisy environments or large classrooms.
• Use of hands to write on boards type handle classroom materials and operate technology (computers tablets projectors).
• May include lifting or carrying instructional materials textbooks or student work (typically up to 20 lbs.).
• Must be able to read and assess student work view computer screens and monitor student behavior visually.
• Must be able to hear student questions and school announcements.
• Repetitive actions like typing grading papers writing on boards.
• Often sit for extended periods while planning lessons or grading but also stand or move frequently while teaching.
• Work is primarily conducted indoors in classrooms often with limited temperature control in older buildings.
• Exposure to chalk dust markers cleaning supplies and sometimes poor ventilation.
• Classrooms can be noisy during group work.
• Standard school hours but teachers often work before and after school for planning grading meetings or extracurricular activities.
• Evening or weekend work is common for lesson prep grading parent communication or professional development.
• Managing behavior supporting diverse student needs and maintaining classroom engagement.
• Breaks are limited and structured around school schedules (e.g. lunch prep periods).
• Constant interaction with students parents administrators and colleagues.
• Must manage interpersonal dynamics conflicts and communications in a professional and respectful way.

Application Requirements
Applicants must submit official transcripts three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.

Pre-Onboarding Requirements
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth gender and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews internal documents representative job descriptions in similar districts and other state/federal agencies.

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Required Experience:

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