Language Arts (Grades 9-12)

Position Type:
Secondary (7-12)/Teacher

Date Posted:
5/15/2026

Location:
Secondary School (7-12)

Date Available:
August 17, 2026

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Certified Salary Schedule

Title: Language Arts Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Reports to: WJSHS Principal or Designee

FLSA Status : Exempt

Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in education or other discipline with endorsement meeting Colorado licensure requirements, or the ability to obtain license requirements.
Terms: Health, dental, and vision benefits along with provisions for personal/sick days

Job Summary:
This is an instructional position that facilitates students in
learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their
development as responsible and productive citizens and
lifelong learners. The teacher guides the learning process
toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony
with the goals--establishes clear objectives for lessons,
units, and projects and has the ability to communicate these
objectives to students. The work plan employs a variety of
instructional techniques utilizing appropriate technology,
consistent with limitations of the location provided and the
needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups
involved. Displays personal qualities which are appropriate
for a professional teacher such as: maintains professional
ethics and confidentiality; is open to learning from others and
accepts constructive criticism; is a positive role model for
students (e.g. is consistent, fair, dependable, responsible,
and respectful).

Effective Teachers in the state of Colorado have the
knowledge, skills, and commitments needed to provide
excellent and equitable learning opportunities and growth for
all students. They strive to support growth and development,
close achievement gaps and to prepare diverse student
populations for postsecondary and workforce success.
Effective Teachers facilitate mastery of content and skill
development, and employ and adjust evidence-based
strategies and approaches for students who are not
achieving mastery and students who need acceleration.
They also develop in students the skills, interests and
abilities necessary to be lifelong learners, as well as for
democratic and civic participation.

Effective Teachers communicate high expectations to
students and their families and utilize diverse strategies to
engage them in a mutually supportive teaching and learning
environment. Because effective Teachers understand that
the work of ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all
students cannot happen in isolation, they engage in
collaboration, continuous reflection, on-going learning and
leadership within the profession.

Essential Job Functions:

• Implements by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional content standards and benchmarks (goals and objectives)
• Provides effective instructional strategies and activities for all students in the classroom
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of appropriate classroom behavior
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Makes provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor evaluates their job performance
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
• Make every student, parent, and visitor feel noticed, welcomed, and valued
• Other duties, as assigned

Wray School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.