Language Arts Teacher -FTE

Job Summary

Position provides instructional activities and lessons to a wide variety of students. Activities and lessons reflect state standards, district curricula, lesson objectives and student academic achievement goals. Administers classroom, and district/state assessments. Maintains a safe and productive classroom environment.

• Designs and implements developmentally appropriate instructional activities and lessons which reflect state standards, district curricula, lesson objectives and student academic achievement goals. Monitors the effectiveness of instructional activities and lessons, and modifies the pace and content of instruction as needed.
• Present lessons and activities, individually and in groups, using a variety of visual and auditory methods and kinetic activities. Uses electronic devices and media as appropriate based upon student needs, abilities and maturity levels.
• Prepares, administers and grades various formal and informal student assessment tools, assignments and activities. Analyzes results and adjusts learning activities and lesson plans as necessary. Collects, records and maintains required data including attendance and student grades. Prepares report cards and progress reports.
• Regularly uses oral, written and electronic communications to students and parents regarding student behavior and student progress towards classroom and district education objectives/goals. Schedules parent conferences as needed or requested.
• Establishes and maintains classroom rules and standards of student behavior for a safe and productive learning environment. Works with the principal, school staff, and parents regarding individual student behavior and discipline issues.
• Trains, assigns activities to, and monitors education paraprofessionals (IAs, EAs) regarding classroom academic and behavior goals, daily classroom activities, and specific recordkeeping requirements. Adjusts delegated tasks as necessary.
• Observes, evaluates and refers students who need additional services and support.
• Works in professional collaborative groups with other teachers on issues related to implementing effective content instruction and assessment.
• Communicates regularly with student and parents/guardians about academic performance.
• Adapts instructional activities and lessons for exceptional learners (TAG), students with varying cultural and social backgrounds and students with Section 504 plans, behavior plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Fosters students' social-emotional development by creating a supportive classroom environment and promoting skills such as self‑awareness, empathy, and responsible decision‑making.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying conflict management and dispute resolution techniques.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all district policies and procedures.
• Maintains consistent, daily and punctual attendance.

• Operates various office equipment including audio visual equipment/devices, telephones and photocopy machines.
• Orders supplies.
• Moves classroom furniture and organizes classroom to enhance student learning.
• Attends in-service trainings, staff meetings and other meetings as assigned. Attends professional growth activities related to job responsibilities.
• Provides staff development activities for staff during in-service meetings.
• Serves on building and district committees and councils as assigned.
• Communicates information about district, school and/or departmental policies and procedures to students, staff, parents and patrons.
• Supervises students on school grounds, on field trips and at various school functions.
• Reports issues to the principal and the appropriate authorities including safety, sanitary and fire hazards, vandalism, thefts and errant wildlife.

• Consistently follows all applicable federal and state laws and all district policies, rules and supervisor directions.
• Observes ergonomics of sedentary office work including placement of computers and monitors, and sitting alignment.
• Observes proper lifting techniques and other strategies to avoid accidents and personal injury…