English Teacher - Newton, United States - Newton Public Schools

Description

Department: English Job Title: English Teacher FLSA Status:
(Exempt/Non-exempt) Exempt; Unit A Reports to: High School Principal, English Department Head In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Summary:

The English Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive English instructional program for high school students in grades 9-12. Newton North offers a variety of different English classes in our program, with particular emphasis on reflecting and celebrating the diversity of our students within the literature we teach. Full time English teachers at Newton North teach four classes at a variety of levels and at this time are seeking applicants with diverse experiences and/or a willingness to diversify their experience.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Appropriate DESE teaching license

Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to use technology effectively

Desired Qualifications:

Master's Degree or significant post-graduate coursework in subject area

Experience teaching high school students in English

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

Design and implement curriculum and instruction that supports the school and district-wide goals of culturally responsive instruction and universally designed learning.

Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes

Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds

Use a wide variety of teaching techniques to support student learning

Consult and implement strategies from the school's BCAP (Building Curriculum Accommodation Plan) to provide students with appropriate supports

Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students

Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as in educational plans (IEPs and 504)) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students

Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress, to modify further instruction, and to implement appropriate intervention and support.

Use a computer and associated technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom

Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies

Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design

Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings

Set professional development goals and plans, and participate in professional development activities that promote reflection and growth

Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community

Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions

Demonstrate consistency, reliability and punctuality with attendance for supervision and instruction of the students

Use an online learning management system to post important materials/information about courses

Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (ex: Back to School Night). Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. The teacher is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.

Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.