7th Grade Teacher @Pactolus

The 7th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that develops students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language skills. The teacher creates a supportive and engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking, effective communication, and academic growth while preparing students to meet the expectations of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for English Language Arts.
• Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, vocabulary development, writing, grammar, speaking, and listening skills.
• Utilize evidence-based instructional practices to improve student literacy achievement.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs of students.
• Integrate technology and digital literacy skills into classroom instruction.
• Promote critical thinking, collaboration, and effective communication through a variety of instructional strategies.
• Incorporate culturally responsive teaching practices and diverse texts into instruction.

• Develop and administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning.
• Analyze assessment data to identify student strengths and areas for growth.
• Use student performance data to inform instructional planning and interventions.
• Prepare students for district and state-required assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement.

• Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and respectful classroom environment.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies that promote student engagement and responsibility.
• Foster positive relationships with students and support their academic and social-emotional development.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students regarding their academic progress.

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, achievements, and concerns.
• Participate in parent conferences and school events.
• Collaborate with families to support student success and literacy development.

• Collaborate with grade-level and content-area teams to plan instruction and analyze student data.
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), faculty meetings, and professional development activities.
• Work collaboratively with Exceptional Children (EC), English Learner (EL), intervention, and support staff to meet student needs.
• Maintain compliance with district policies, state regulations, and professional standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

• Knowledge of middle school literacy development and adolescent learning.
• Strong understanding of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for English Language Arts.
• Ability to develop engaging lessons that promote reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to use assessment data to drive instructional decisions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and digital learning platforms.