Middle School ELA Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION

Middle School Core Subject Teacher

Position Code:

Department: Polk County Middle School

FLSA: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Supervises: N/A

Job Summary: To provide high quality, active learning experiences for PCMS students in a safe, caring, and respectful environment by implementing the essential functions listed below.

Essential Functions:

1. Plan developmentally appropriate lessons and learning activities that address the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCS). Appropriate planning includes:

§ Developing a yearly plan/pacing chart aligned to the NCSCS.

§ Designing unit plans and lesson plans that support the yearly plan.

§ Differentiating instructional plans for at-risk and for academically talented students.

§ Planning for appropriate materials use, field trips, and other special learning events that support and enhance instructional goals.

§ Preparing clear lesson plans and instructions for substitutes.

2. Deliver well-organized, well-connected, smoothly flowing lessons that require active student participation and that students understand.

3. Effectively manage student behavior.

§ Develop, teach, and implement a classroom management/student behavior plan.

§ Create a respect-for-all environment in the classroom and throughout the school.

§ Monitor student behavior throughout the school day: classroom, class changes and lunch.

§ Administer consistent, appropriate interventions for student misbehavior.

§ Maintain student and teacher dignity at all times.

§ Realize that student behavior issues are additional opportunities to teach a child.

4. Analyze test data and other diagnostic information and use this information in planning.

5. Use assessment as an integral element in instruction. Check student work and provide feedback in a timely manner.

6. Be knowledgeable of and use current technologies in planning, communications, and in instruction.

7. Work cooperatively with all staff members and consistently maintain a professional attitude.

8. Make parent contacts an important element in the overall learning experience.

9. Maintain accurate records and submit reports and other information in a timely manner.

10. Perform all assigned non-instructional duties.

11. Understand and comply with laws and policies.

12. Develop a plan for professional growth aligned to school improvement goals and personal professional growth.

13. Actively participate in school and county staff development activities..

14. Develop and maintain a teacher portfolio that contains evidence/artifacts relating to job performance.

15. Maintain high performance expectations for all students.

16. Demonstrate a sincerely caring attitude toward students.

17. Demonstrate an understanding that flexibility is a key element in the successful operation of a school.

Other Functions:

1. Other duties as assigned by the principal.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

1. Have or be eligible for NC licensure in middle school subject area of assignment

2. Previous experience with middle school students preferred

Terms of Employment: 10 months - Teacher Salary Scale

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of Board of Education policy, North Carolina statutes, and goals established by the Principal.

Environmental Factors:

This position requires walking and moderate lifting. Must have the ability to stand up for an extended time.