8th Grade Reading and Language Arts Teacher

Job Title

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Reading and Language Arts to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop literacy competencies, critical thinking skills, written and oral communication skills, and comprehension strategies necessary to function successfully in society. Provide effective instruction for all students, including English Learners, through implementation of ESL strategies and language acquisition best practices.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements in English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR)
• Valid ESL certification (required)
• Demonstrated competency in Reading and Language Arts

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of Reading and Language Arts curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of second language acquisition and ESL instructional strategies
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including English Learners
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze and use student performance data to inform instruction

Experience:

• Student teaching, or related work experience
• Experience working with English Learners preferred