Position Title: Middle School ELA Teacher
Funding Source: General Fund
Reports to: This position reports to and is evaluated by the Middle School Principal
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Michigan Teacher Certification
Position Description: The classroom teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing high quality instruction to all students. He or she will use a variety of methodologies and curriculum resources to ensure that all students meet grade level content expectations.
Position Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging high quality instruction to all students;
- Utilize a variety of researched-based instructional techniques, strategies, and methods;
- Implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom to meet the needs of all students;
- Hold ongoing instructional-specific conversations focused on improving student learning;
- Collaborate to create and execute clear, logical instructional plans that produce strong results in student learning;
- Integrate technology in instruction, planning and communication;
- Coordinate instruction within and across grade levels;
- Demonstrate successful teaching techniques and classroom management skills as defined by the District’s evaluation tool;
- Create a learning environment that is conducive for learning;
- Design a physical environment that uses classroom space, walls and room arrangement to support effective learning and communication;
- Build meaningful, caring relationships with students;
- Motivate students and influence their behaviors;
- Use appropriate tone and language when redirecting students;
- Actively participate in the Teaching for Learning Cycle which requires analyzing data, completing action plans, delivering re-teach lessons and reflecting on the instructional learning cycle;
- Participate and adhere to all specialized student plans i.e. Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), 504, Behavior Plans, etc.
- Utilize the multi-tiered system of support to identify and address barriers to learning;
- Design and utilize formative assessments to modify and adjust instruction on a daily basis;
- Collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions;
- Contribute to a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability;
- Adheres to the District’s and School’s policies, expectations, and protocols as outlined in the District’s Policies and Procedures Manual and School’s Procedures Manual.
Required Competencies & Skills:
- Achieve results by taking risks and reflecting and acting on lessons learned;
- Maintain his/her drive for results by demonstrating persistence, directness, and the ability to monitor and plan ahead;
- Possess the aptitude to discuss subject specific content instruction and the drive to try out new ideas to improve student learning;
- Achieve outstanding student achievement results in a short amount of time;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills;
- Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment;
- Possess a track record of leadership, integrity, initiative, curiosity and perseverance;
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), interpret policy and procedures, maintain emotional control under stress;
- Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional;
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel and the Google Suite;
- Express a commitment to relentless pursuit of increasing student learning; and
- Ability to skillfully challenge the status quo.
Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects; Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
Terms of Employment: Salary benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the School Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
