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7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401

Elmwood, IL | Full Time

$51k-74k (estimate)

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7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

$51k-74k (estimate)

Full Time 3 Weeks Ago

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Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 is Hiring a 7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher Near Elmwood, IL

JobID: 2248

Position Type:
Middle School Positions/Social Studies

Date Posted:
4/26/2024

Location:
Elm Middle School, 7607 W. Cortland

Date Available:
08/19/2024

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Position Title: 7th GradeEnglish Language Arts Teacher (Middle School)
Terms of Employment: Teacher Work Year (181 Attendance Days)
Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal
Salary: Starting $49,500 (Per EPET Contract)
Summary:
To develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar and syntax.

Qualifications:

Certification/License

Professional Educator License
Endorsement in English Language Arts

Job Responsibilities:

Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.
Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Other duties as assigned.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machine, and telephone..

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

FLSA Status: Exempt

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