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Secondary ELA Teacher Prairie Seeds Academy - 3.4 Brooklyn Park, MN Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Teaching Certification Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description About Our School We are a K-12 public charter in Brooklyn Park serving nearly 850 students in Minneapolis and the smaller surrounding suburbs. Founded in 2004, PSA has grown and prospered to give thousands of students an outstanding education, and more importantly, to help students gain the knowledge and skills to become, in the words of PSA's mission, "inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring citizens who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect." Our community prides itself on providing a welcoming, safe and caring atmosphere where staff and students have a strong sense of belonging, feel engaged in our shared work around academic, cultural and social emotional learning, and where everyone can continue to learn and grow in a healthy school environment. Job Summary The ELA teacher creates a classroom environment which fosters learning and language development by establishing strong relationships with multilingual students, building a classroom community in which all learners feel comfortable, and motivating students to develop the language skills and vocabulary knowledge necessary to succeed in academic settings. Candidates should have the ability to infuse the Science of Reading practices and the 2020 ELA standards into instruction. In addition, candidates should demonstrate the ability to plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences and lessons, establish an engaging classroom environment for multilingual learners, and work collaboratively with content teachers, administration, and parents/guardians. As importantly, we seek candidates interested in utilizing the curriculum and assessments developed by our PSA curriculum team and have a commitment to student growth in reading. Essential Functions Deliver robust instruction based on PSA ELA curriculum. Differentiates instruction for every ML student in order for them to meet their language growth Applies reading practices that are aligned with the Science of Reading and the Read Act Collaborate with EL and Sped teachers on instruction and assignment accommodations. Establishes a positive, supportive and engaging classroom environment for students Analyzes student data to adjust instruction to meet student needs and to share and discuss at data PLCs Build assessments aligned to the MN 2020 standards and PLDs. Works collaboratively with teaching partners, other colleagues, and parents/guardians Regularly communicates with and plans cooperatively with grade level teams and academic leaders Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings. Participates in PLCs (professional learning communities) including data PLCs, committees, and curriculum planning PLCs Maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by school procedures Skills/Qualifications Hold a MN teaching license in the appropriate subject matter and age group Have comprehensive knowledge of the Science of Reading and the 2020 MN ELA Standards. Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, students, and families Demonstrate respect for children, colleagues, parents and school leadership Can establish rapport and trusting relationships with people from diverse identities and cultural backgrounds Has the ability to build deep understanding of data and implement strategies for classroom data integration Having knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) is a plus Believe in and support the vision and mission of

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401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

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