7th/8th Grade ELA Teacher

Reports to: Principal and Assistant Principal Job Objective: Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically. Minimum Qualifications: • Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position. • Meets Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) requirements for core academic subjects. • Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.). • A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. • Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies. • Keeps current with advances in technology and workplace innovations that enhance productivity. Essential Functions: The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions. • Prepares the classroom or designated area for instruction. Teaches assigned classes. • Advances the district's professional image. Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. • Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Refers questions about district policies to administrators/supervisors. • Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter. Organizes appropriate subject content and learning goals. Develops lesson plans that align with state standards and the district's adopted courses of study/curriculum goals. • Evaluates the academic needs of students. Develops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles. • &nb