Academic Resource Teacher

Description

Position Title: Teacher for the Academic Resource Center (9th‑12th Grade academic support)

Department/

Location:

Wauwatosa East High School

Job Classification: Professional Staff

Reports to: Principal, Associate Principal

The Wauwatosa School District (WSD) is seeking candidates interested in serving as an Academic Resource Teacher at East High School. East High School serves approximately 1,046 students and this position would work with grades 9‑12. Any secondary certified teaching license will be accepted for this position. An Alternative Education license will also be accepted.

The teacher delivers quality instruction to District students, equipping and inspiring them to conquer their challenges now and in the future. Please consider joining the Wauwatosa School District educational community by applying to be an Academic Resource Teacher at East High School.

WSD is a high‑achieving, forward‑thinking, and richly diverse public school serving nearly 7,000 students and their families. WSD has a strong commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and we are focused on increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. We encourage educators of all backgrounds to consider joining our educational community.

Our district consists of nine elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, two choice schools, two alternative schools, four alternative programs and services, the Wauwatosa Recreation Department, and a district office. These neighborhood schools are nestled in the charming suburb of Wauwatosa, about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee and the shores of Lake Michigan. Our educational community’s long history of excellence has been recognized both regionally and nationally.

WSD believes in a relentless commitment to academic achievement for all. We will ensure that we have excellent educators in our schools and that they have the support and resources they need. We will evaluate the resources, structures, and practices within the system in order to empower all to thrive. Our preferred vision of the future is to ensure an exceptional and equitable learning experience for all.

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• Relevant certification through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
• Knowledge of effective teaching practices
• Ability to design lessons that meet the educational needs of all students
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with other staff members
• Knowledge of the key components of professional learning communities (preferred)
• Knowledge of PBIS and RTI (preferred)
• Understanding of relevant common core standards (preferred)

• Manage testing center giving students opportunity to complete tests after absences
• Read tests for students with ELL or other reading challenges
• Assist students with academics (tutoring), review for tests, edit papers
• Promote and facilitate organizational skills
• Recruit and manage Teaching Assistants (Junior/Senior level students who volunteer to tutor peers)
• Maintain a supply/resource closet for student use
• Complies with the following requirement:
  The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District