English - High School English Teacher

Job Title: English - High School English Teacher
Category: High School Teaching

English Teacher (Grades 9-12)
The Redmond Proficiency Academy (RPA) is a public charter school operating in the Redmond School District. Preparing for its fifteenth year of operations, RPA serves over 900 students in grades 6-12. Students come to RPA from throughout Central Oregon. Using a proficiency-based instructional model in a personalized school environment, RPA provides students with an "education as unique as you are." Learn more at www.rpacademy.org.

RPA is seeking to hire a full-time high school English teacher for the 2024-25 school year. The position is open until filled.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the High School Director, the Humanities teacher will develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and will promote the development of skills in the field of English, reading, and grammar. These skills are developed through activities that challenge students and inspire them to explore. RPA teachers are facilitators of student-centered learning. They accomplish this by engaging learners in authentic scholarship that connects them through fun and engaging real-world situations. Teachers are encouraged to immerse students in collaborative learning experiences, critical thinking skills, and evidence based explanations.

Essential Functions

• Teaches knowledge and skills in high school English Language Arts.

• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.

• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to personalized and small group instruction, and student learning.

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials that challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.

• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.

Knowledge and Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

• Knowledge of a wide range of english subject areas, including reading strategies, vocabulary, writing strategies, grammar and mechanics, and a possible interest in teaching or being trained to teach Pre-AP English courses.

• Ability to successfully work as part of a team

• Ability to manage student behavior.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

• Ability to build high quality relationships with students.

• Willingness to embrace the vision, mission, and values of RPA.

• Willingness to participate in school promotion activities.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Certification/License:

Current Oregon licensure (or ability to obtain licensure or official charter school registry license) to teach high school level English Language Arts.

Education:
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree in related area preferred.