What are the responsibilities and job description for the 4th Grade ELA Teacher position at Lake Forest Charter?
Company Description
Lake Forest Charter is an Orleans Parish public charter school with academic requirements serving kindergarten through 8th grade students. Our two-phase admissions process helps us evaluate if our advanced, accelerated curriculum and rigorous pace is a harmonious environment for a student to excel.
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Role Description
This is a full-time on-site position for a 4th Grade ELA Teacher at Lake Forest Charter, located in New Orleans, LA. The 4th Grade ELA Teacher will design and deliver engaging English Language Arts lessons aligned with the curriculum. Responsibilities include lesson planning, tracking student progress, assessing student understanding, and building a positive and inclusive classroom environment. The teacher will collaborate with colleagues and parents to foster academic and personal growth in students.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in lesson planning and instructional strategies specific to English Language Arts
- Strong classroom management and student engagement techniques
- Ability to assess and track student performance to guide instruction and improve learning outcomes
- Exceptional communication skills for interacting with students, families, and colleagues
- Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment
- Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- State teaching certification for elementary education or eligibility to obtain certification
- Prior teaching experience, particularly in ELA or elementary education, is highly desirable