5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Grade 5 English Language Arts Teacher Position

Malabar Intermediate School for the  school year.

Provide leadership for learning at the classroom level.

Building Principal/Designee

• Communications
  
  Skills:
  
  Traditional communication skills of reading, speaking and writing coherently and clearly, social media communication skills, and proper protocols of online engagement are essential.
• The Ability to Learn Independently:
  Taking responsibility for working out what you need to know and where to find that knowledge.
• Ethics and Responsibility:
  Building trust, especially in informal social networks, in a world where there are many different players and a greater reliance on others.
• Teamwork and Flexibility:
  Collaboration and sharing of knowledge with others in related but independent organizations; working collaboratively, virtually and at a distance with colleagues, students and partners.
• Thinking
  
  Skills:
  
  Critical thinking, problem‑solving, creativity, originality, and strategizing; identifying needs and finding appropriate solutions.
• Digital
  
  Skills:
  
  Use of technology embedded within the knowledge domain; analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting data.
• Knowledge Management:
  Finding, evaluating, analyzing, applying, and disseminating information within a particular context.

• Positive Relationships:
  Build trust and a positive relationship with each student.
• High Expectations:
  Believe in the ability of all students to learn and see potential in each student.
• Care and Concern:
  Demonstrate a genuine affection for students and motivate them to achieve at high levels.
• Standards‑based Teaching:
  Use state standards as the foundation for instruction.
• Facilitator of Learning:
  Design and implement dynamic lessons that engage students at all levels.
• Master of the Subject Matter:
  Exhibit expertise and continue gaining new knowledge in the field.
• Persistence:
  Persist through the rigorous journey of teaching.
• Technology:
  Plan and provide learning experiences using research‑based strategies and best practices, including technology.
• Reflective:
  Engage in reflective practice individually and with others regarding successes and challenges.

Valid Ohio Teaching Certificate/License in the appropriate subject area or grade level(s). Substitute licensure is not accepted.

• Demonstrates flexibility.
• Demonstrates talent in successful teaching as reflected in student performance‑based and standardized assessments.
• Demonstrates a problem‑solving attitude.
• Believes and models the refrain that all students can learn.
• Demonstrates excellent attendance and recognizes its connection to rigor and learning.

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the designated locations and times.
• Plan a program of study that addresses individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Create a learning environment suitable for students' maturity and interests.
• Prepare for classes and provide evidence of preparation upon request.
• Design and implement meaningful, dynamic lessons daily.
• Address learning needs based on formative and summative assessment data.
• Guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and establish clear learning targets.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and technology.
• Implement district philosophy and instructional goals.
• Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide detailed feedback.
• Help identify learning difficulties and seek district specialist assistance when needed.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, policy, and regulations.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies governing student life and conduct.
• Make provision for being available to students and parents outside instructional time when required.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides and volunteers when appropriate.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Apply knowledge of current research and theory based on school objectives.
• Maintain effective relationships with students, peers, parents, and…