Basis.Ed Cedar Park , TX 78613
Posted 2 weeks ago
BASIS Cedar Park is seeking a 6th Grade English Teacher to join our bright, passionate team for the 2024-2025 School Year!
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Position Summary
The role of the English Subject Expert Teacher (SET) is to ensure the day-to-day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject specific lesson plans. Subject Expert Teachers implement the established BASIS Curriculum while tailoring specific topics to integrate their knowledge and passion for the subject.
ENGLISH 6 COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course consists of five major components: conventions, reading, writing, scholarship, and thinking. Students will build lifelong skills and an appreciation for written communication, reading, and learning in general. The course emphasizes language conventions which includes a focus on grammar and punctuation. Students can expect to spend their English periods divided between grammar, vocabulary, critical thinking skills, and instruction in reading and writing. Students will read literature with the intent of sparking and developing imaginative thought in traditionally academic fields. Instruction in writing will focus on perfecting the students ability to write effectively at the sentence and paragraph level, along with introducing format conventions. Finally, students will build on the foundational research skills developed in fifth grade. The course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation for future scholarship in all fields by ensuring that students have a strong grasp of the fundamental workings and effects of language.
Essential Functions:
Preparing and facilitating subject and grade specific lesson plans
Providing subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
Implementing the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
Managing student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
Participating in extracurricular programs, such as clubs and sports
Substituting/ duty coverage as needed
Occasionally represent BASIS Ed Texas at designated school wide community events outside of typical school hours
Supervising individual students and/or groups of students
Other duties as assigned
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Qualifications:
Eligible for hire in Texas Public Schools
Has deep knowledge of subject taught
Ability to differentiate instruction
Ability to create positive classroom community and build relationships with students
Able to engage students in rigorous content and well-planned, well-paced lessons
Has excitement, joy and passion for teaching kids and personal development/learning
Open to feedback and continuous growth
Has a strong work ethic and do whatever it takes mind set
Required Education: Bachelors degree in English or related subject from an accredited college or university. Ability to obtain and maintain Department of Public Safety (DPS) clearance.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Education: Masters degree from an accredited college or university in English or related subject.
Preferred Experience: 2+ years teaching/education experience
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Job Information:
Benefits and Salary: Starting Teacher Salary is $41,000 and is negotiable dependent on education and experience. BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.
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