Teacher: Language Arts - High School Language Arts Teacher

Job Title: Teacher: Language Arts

• High School Language Arts Teacher
  Category: Teacher

• High School

LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER
Grades 9-12
Stayton High School

POSITION TYPE: Licensed
START DATE: August 19, 2024, for Orientation
WORK DAYS: 190
PAY: for the 2024-25 school year, $45,171.49 - $88,774.83 depending on experience and education level, plus we pay your PERS contribution

Position Purpose
Stayton High School is seeking a collaborative, positive educator skilled at teaching students critical reading, writing and communication. Our mission is to empower all students for life, and we value relationships, high expectations and active participation in the classroom and beyond. Our ideal candidate will be able to teach a variety of language arts classes at any grade, 9-12 and will value collaboration with colleagues.

Essential Functions

Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction
Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature
Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs
Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone

Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
Ability to organize and coordinate work
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments

Certification/License: Oregon State Certification as an English Education Teacher.
Education:
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
Masters Degree in related area preferred

Experience: Successful prior teaching experiences in English a plus

FLSA Status: Exempt