English Language Arts Teacher

English Language Arts Teacher, Middle School Position Type: Middle School Teaching/English Language Arts Date Posted: 7/7/2026 Location: W. T. Chipman Middle School Date Available: SY 26-27 Closing Date: 07/21/2026 Job Goal To create a flexible content‑based program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for successful post‑secondary transition, in accordance with each student's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members. Working with interdisciplinary teams, provide a school culture conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of adolescents to ensure success for every student. Performance Responsibilities Teaches content to students in assigned classes using the course of study and curricular resources adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through in‑service education activities provided by the district and self‑selected professional growth activities. Supervises students in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned working day. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program. Participates in curriculum development programs as required. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. Can demonstrate knowledge and implementation of student Individual Education Plans, 504 plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans. Attends and participates in scheduled IEP meetings. Special Requirements Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as required by LFEA contract. Terms of Employment Ten‑month work year. Salary and schedule determined by the Board of Education. Evaluation Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel. The following are conditions of employment for new employees: Satisfactory criminal background check prior to being placed on payroll. Satisfactory child protection registry check. Mandatory direct deposit of pay. Documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system. Equal Opportunity Employer Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lake Forest School District