LANGUAGE ARTS

LANGUAGE ARTS

Davenport Community Schools - 3.5 Davenport, IA Job Details 8 hours ago Qualifications Crisis intervention Writing skills Literacy education Teaching English language arts Crisis management

Teaching Full Job Description JobID:

12620

Position Type:

High School Teaching/English/Language Arts Date Posted:

5/13/2026

Location:

Central High School Date Available:

26-27

School Year Closing Date:

Open Until Filled The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

(Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

ENDORSEMENT REQUIRED

[120] Must be able to teach all levels of the Language Arts curriculum to include willingness to accept higher level course assignment(s). Knowledge and skills using technology. Knowledge of the Common Core related to Language Arts. Knowledge and application of literacy and writing strategies in the content areas. Must work cooperatively with students, staff, and parents to maintain a positive climate in the school. Must be willing to participate in building professional development initiatives concentrating on literacy. Must be skilled at teaching in a team atmosphere and be a participant on a building focus team. Willingness to work as a member of a collaborative teacher team. Willingness to deliver curriculum for students in advisory setting. Follow district and building policies. Co-teach with special education staff in a collaborative effort to benefit instruction to all students. Must have strong writing skills and be skilled in teaching all facets of writing. Other duties as assigned. Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reach his/her full potential. Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully. Skilled, understands and utilizes MTSS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable. Skilled, understands and utilizes PBIS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable.

Physical Requirements of Position:

(HBV ? Yes ? No) (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to - Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather. Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Noise level is quiet to loud. Work may be indoors and/or outdoors. Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms. Substance-free environment. Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public. Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired:

(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.) Willingness to accept supervisory duties that are conducive to a positive building environment. Understanding of the need for confidentiality with respect to student and parental rights and for conversations and hard copy information. Experience with Project Lead the Way (PLTW) or willingness to be trained. Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.