Junior High Advanced RLA Teacher

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Reading and Language Arts to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop literacy competencies critical thinking skills written and oral communication skills and comprehension strategies necessary to function successfully in society. Provide effective instruction for all students including English Learners through implementation of ESL strategies and language acquisition best practices.

Bachelors degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements in English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR)

Valid ESL certification (required)

Demonstrated competency in Reading and Language Arts

Knowledge of Reading and Language Arts curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of second language acquisition and ESL instructional strategies

Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs including English Learners

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to analyze and use student performance data to inform instruction

Student teaching approved internship or related work experience

Experience working with English Learners preferred

Required Experience:

Junior IC