HS English Language Arts Teacher

CARLISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE                   High School Language Arts

REPORTS TO              High School Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• Meet certification requirements of the Department of Education, State of Iowa
• Secondary endorsement in 5-12 Language Arts required

Knowledge/Skills

• Able to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals
• Able to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction in line with the Iowa Core and district Curriculum
• Contribute to the selection of materials and supplies while implementing designated curriculum
• Employ a variety of instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives
• Provide effective, developmentally appropriate and differentiated language instruction for diverse learners
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
• Promote student engagement in order to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
• Supervise students' work, evaluate and grade student performance, assignments and progress in language acquisition
• Follow professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students' records, parents and colleges
• Maintain a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence; stay abreast of developments in the field
• Attend staff meetings, professional development and serves on committees as required or requested
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and files
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Provide adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers
• Have regular and reliable attendance
• Act as an advisor to student organizations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ MENTAL DEMANDS/ ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS 

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Capable of standing for long periods of time while instructing
• Able to work with interruptions during a work shift
• Tobacco and substance free environment
• Must provide certification of good health prior to employment

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Wage and work year to be established by board policy
• Employment per Board Policies and Administrative Rules and Regulations
• Performance evaluated per board policies

Disclaimer:

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel in this position.  These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Nondiscrimination Notice

It is the policy of the Carlisle Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact: Brandon Eighmy, Director of School Services Carlisle School Administrative Office, 430 School Street, Carlisle, IA 50047 515-989-3589, brandon.eighmy@carlislecsd.org or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD: (800) 877-8339, Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

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