7th Grade Middle School ELA Teacher

The classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive and engaging classroom environment where students can develop academically, socially, and emotionally. They plan and deliver lessons in subjects such as math, reading, writing, science, and social studies, tailoring instruction to meet the needs of individual students. The teacher monitors student progress through assessments, provides feedback, and works closely with parents to ensure students’ success. Additionally, they promote positive behavior, encourage teamwork, and foster a love for learning. Teachers also manage classroom activities, set routines, and ensure the safety and well-being of all students. The instructor must be committed to servant leadership, collaborative decision‑making, open communication, transparency, privacy respect, and equity advocacy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students. Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. Demonstrates competence in classroom management. Engages in professional growth. Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning by developing schemes of work and tests in accordance with established procedures. Ensure the classroom is prepared for activities. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment using relevant technology and a variety of resources to support differentiation. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures; discipline shall be maintained in accordance with district rules and disciplinary systems. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies. Observe and evaluate student performance and development, assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments. Provide appropriate feedback. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development, updating all necessary records as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds. Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails. Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings and appropriate professional activities, extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations as directed. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications include a valid Iowa teaching certificate, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education or an acceptable content area. The employee is expected to demonstrate continued professional growth specific to the program(s).

SKILLS

Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical. Ability to communicate with individuals and groups at all levels, deliver presentations, and produce written reports and documents. Effective listening skills are required. Analytical & Reasoning Skills – Solid background in instruction, assessment, and curriculum; ability to interpret complex data; apply instructional strategies and link assessment data analysis to school improvement, curriculum, and professional development. Technology Skills – Competence in research and information gathering through technology and the ability to present and communicate through technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires physical demands that include constant standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, lifting under 70 pounds, and carrying items at least 35 feet. Frequent climbing of stairs and manual dexterity tasks will be required. Occasional sitting and vehicle driving may occur. Working conditions will be constantly inside/outside with extremes of temperature and humidity.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the MOC-Floyd Valley School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, or sexual orientation in its employment practices. All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts the Board’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law or a negotiated contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education