Teacher, ELA

Teacher, ELA

Salary Schedule/Base Annual Rate (Subject to Change): $54,540. Additional credit for related years of service and education.

Work Calendar: 10 months, 200 days

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Benefits:
Eligible for benefits the first of the month following the new hire date

Reports to:

Principal

While under the direct supervision of the Principal, the Teacher will provide sound and consistent instruction to students, modifying curriculum as needed to support academic growth that enables each student to reach their full potential.

• Supports the Mission, Vision and goals of J.O. Combs Unified School District
• Promotes and follows the adopted school district philosophy, policies, regulations and administrative procedures
• Creates a weekly written lesson plan describing daily learning experiences that is correlated with the objectives in the curriculum guide and/or course outline
• Maintains the physical environment of the classroom for organization and maximum instruction
• Communicates objectives to students in a well‑planned, organized manner using clear and precise language
• Uses effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and objectives
• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Implements a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives
• Uses multiple assessment methods to monitor and assess student progress, to adjust instruction and provide feedback on a regular basis to students and their parents
• Develops and implements reasonable classroom rules of behavior and procedure in a fair and just manner
• Diagnoses, instructs, and evaluates specific student needs and seeks assistance of district personnel as needed
• Effectively collaborates with department and grade‑level teachers
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis to discuss students' progress and interpret the school program
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning environment in the classroom
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state testing program
• Participates in Professional Learning Communities
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and colleagues
• Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school‑wide student performance goals
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as required
• May be required to participate in student meetings which occur beyond the staff's work hours
• Participates in professional development both within and outside the district when appropriate
• Participates in curriculum review and design
• Other duties as assigned

• Must have or be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, through Arizona Department of Public Safety
• Valid State of Arizona Teaching Certification and fingerprint clearance card
• Meets all certification requirements for the assigned grade level or subject area including proper teaching area endorsements to be Highly Qualified
• Knowledge of Arizona College and Career Ready State Standards
• Ability to assess student needs through academic assessments
• Skill in both oral and written communication
• Ability to collaborate and work in teams
• Knowledge of classroom‑based assessments to drive instruction
• Skill in using computers, SMART board, and other equipment and materials to supplement instructional presentation
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administration and the community

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to move about the classroom and campus and talk…