English Teacher Johnson County High School Jan 2027 Start
Johnson County Schools
- TN
Johnson County High School
- Mountain City, Tennessee This job is also posted in Johnson County Schools
- TN
Job Details
Job ID:
5886476
Application Deadline:
Jan 29, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 28, 2026
Job Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE:
JCHS English Teacher (High School) Start Date January 4, 2027
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree with proper Tennessee endorsement/licensure in English Language Arts or applicable secondary certification. Must demonstrate "Highly Qualified" status through Praxis testing and/or approved coursework in accordance with Tennessee Department of Education requirements.
REPORTS TO
Principal and/or Secondary Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Teachers:
10 months (200 days) with benefits
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Participate in curriculum development, review, and alignment to Tennessee academic standards.
Deliver engaging and effective English Language Arts instruction utilizing a variety of instructional strategies designed to promote literacy, critical thinking, and effective communication skills.
Foster student growth in reading, writing, speaking, listening, language development, and analysis of literary and informational texts.
Encourage creativity, collaboration, and independent thinking through meaningful learning experiences, research opportunities, and classroom discussions.
Prepare students for postsecondary success through rigorous instruction that supports college and career readiness standards, ACT preparation, advanced coursework expectations, and effective communication skills.
Diagnose and evaluate student abilities, performance, and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
Monitor student achievement data and adjust instructional practices to meet individual student needs.
Create and maintain a classroom environment that is safe, organized, respectful, and conducive to learning.
Assess student learning on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required by district and school procedures.
Integrate technology and district-approved instructional resources into classroom instruction when appropriate.
Refer students for alternative services and interventions as provided by the district, including RTI, ESL, counseling, and related support services.
Effectively implement district and school initiatives.
Effectively collaborate with department members, administrators, and support staff to promote student success.
Maintain appropriate classroom management and uphold school expectations for student behavior.
Foster and maintain a fair, positive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement, mutual respect, and academic growth.
Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and administrators.
Perform other duties as assigned by administration.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Abide by all state statutes, State Board of Education rules, and Johnson County Board of Education policies and procedures.
Attend meetings, professional development activities, and school functions as assigned by administrators.
Maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules and assigned duties.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Serve on committees and participate in school improvement efforts as assigned.
Remain current on instructional practices, curriculum standards, literacy strategies, assessment practices, and developments in English Language Arts education.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$50,500 Per Year
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