ELA Teacher

Summary:Under the Executive Directors supervision the English Language Arts 6th-8th Grade Teacherwill provide quality instruction aligned to the state and national standards. Use various diagnostic formative and summative assessment strategies to inform instructional decisions and increase student self-management of learning.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students needs including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping grading and reporting for all student activities achievements and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members especially within a grade level and specific subjects and to evaluate and assess curriculum.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities outside the classroom during the school day including activities involving school transportation.
• Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Collaborates with other staff members and participates in faculty meetings Aurora professional development opportunities and committees.
• Participates in various student and parent activities in school including curriculum nights parent/teacher conferences and school events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred not required.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted during work.

Education and Experience:

• Current MN teaching license in English for gradesor Communication Arts & Literature for gradesor possess ability to obtain an alternative teaching license (Tier 1 or Tier 2). Inquire for more information if clarification is needed.
• Must be 18 years or older at the time of employment possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License or state identification satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and comply with organizational and district policies.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies textbooks furniture and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds.
• Required to sit stand bend stoop reach grab pull hear see and speak on a daily basis.
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding writing and reading

FLSA: Exempt

Fiscal Year:2026-2027

Required Experience:

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