Secondary ELA Teacher - one-year position

Secondary ELA Teacher - one-year position 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Barrington, RI 02806 Full-time Barrington Public Schools 7 reviews

Full-time TITLE:

Middle and/or Secondary English Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

1RI Teaching Certification2Undergraduate Degree Education 3Maintain Professional Development Credits as Required by Contract and Certification

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

To develop students listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills that are fundamental to good communication and literate citizenship; to develop appreciation of good literature of all types; to motivate students to read widely for information and recreation; to develop standards for critical judgment of written and oral communications transmitted by mass media; and to discover and develop special talents of students in the field of English.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches content and skills in English language, literature, composition, reading, and journalism to secondary pupils, utilizing course of study adopted by the Barrington Public Schools and other appropriate learning activitiesSelects and requisitions books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students; maintains required inventory recordsDevelops standards for critical analysis through group discussions based on a variety of mass media and classical and contemporary literatureEncourages pupils to think independently.

Evaluates each students progress in English skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) according to the Common Core State StandardsPromotes the attainment of the Districts Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan.

Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculumApplies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver the curriculum, and understands how knowledge is constructed within the disciplinePlans and prepares lessons to optimize learningPromotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles, adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students, engaging students in rigorous learning experiences, using effective questioning techniques, and relating instruction to the student's life and to prior and future learningContribute to and implement plans, including but not limited to IEPs, 504s, and individual health plans, for students with unique needsReinforces strong student effort and excellent student work productsFacilitates student learning through the use of various collaborative grouping structures that are appropriate to the instructional taskRequires students to regularly engage in high-level activities, including but not limited to application and analysis of informationAdministers and interprets various types of assessmentsMaintains accurate student records as a result of the monitoring of regular formative and summative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groups of studentsMakes appropriate referrals and is prepared with credible and accurate documentation.

Considers student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules and procedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learningOrganizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructional tools are ready for use, and ensures smooth transitions, maximizes time on task, and guarantees the efficient distribution of resourcesIntegrates technology to more effectively deliver the curriculum and specially designed instructionCommunicates high and clear expectationsAssists students in monitoring their own progressContributes to collaborative planning activitiesConsults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues, students, and parents; communicates immediately with all when there are concernsTakes responsibility for personal professional growthParticipates in school events and in-school and/or department improvement effortsPerforms administrative duties, including but not limited to budgeting, ordering of supplies, etc., as appropriateSupervises Students, Teacher Assistants, and VolunteersOther duties as assigned by supervisorSkills RequiredAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general publicAbility to calculate figures and amounts Ability to utilize current technology for instruction, communication, data analysis, and access to researchAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesAbility to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific fieldAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the communityAbility to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policiesPhysical DemandsThe 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 functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance visionThe position requires the employee be responsible for the safety of students Work EnvironmentThe 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.

The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

All teachers participate in other duties and activities as assigned by the principal.