What are the responsibilities and job description for the 8th Grade Teacher position at Pulaski Community School District?
Vacancy Details
Title
8th Grade Teacher
School/Building
Pulaski Community Middle School
Number of Openings
1
URL
N/A
Close Date (11:59 p.m. Central)
Open until filled
Contact
Name
Pat Fullerton
Title
Principal
Email
psfullerton@pulaskischools.org
Phone
(920)822-6522
Position Details
Position Start Date
8/24/2026
Salary/Wage
dependent upon experience
Terms/Schedule
188 contract days
Appointment Type
Full Time
Description
Join our dynamic team at Pulaski Community Middle School, where collaboration and innovation thrive! We're seeking a passionate educator who loves working in a middle school environment, fostering growth and learning among students. Be part of our supportive community, collaborating with both house teachers and content-driven teams to create an enriching educational experience for all. This will be a 8th grade position. The teaching assignment will focus on 2 sections of English Language Arts and 2 sections of Social Studies. The chosen candidate will be a valuable member working on three collaborative teams - house, ELA and social studies.
Qualifications:
- A current teaching license
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Knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
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The ability to maintain a positive learning environment
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Current First Aid/CPR certified or must obtain
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Demonstrated ability to:
- work collaboratively
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carry out emergency/crisis response procedures
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perform all computer technology tasks associated with the position
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maintain confidentiality
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communicate positively/effectively with students, parents, staff, patrons
- Commitment to the Pulaski Board of Education Educational Philosophy
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Demonstrated skills in positive human relations and cultural competence
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Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict management
- Essential Job Functions:
- Must be able to:
- arrive at work promptly and attend regularly
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follow directions and work well with others
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work under the stress of deadlines
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concentrate and perform tasks accurately
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react to change productively
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perform other tasks as assigned
Planning and Preparation
- Demonstrate knowledge of content pedagogy
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Demonstrate knowledge of students
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Select instructional goals and learning targets
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Plan for the use of resources
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Design coherent instruction
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Assess student learning
The Classroom Environment
- Create an environment of respect and rapport
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Establish a culture for learning
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Manage classroom procedures
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Manage student behavior
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Organize physical space
Instruction
- Communicate clearly and accurately
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Use questioning and discussion techniques
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Engage students in learning
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Provide feedback to students
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Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
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Use ongoing assessment of benchmarks
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Use techniques that involve multiple intelligences
Professional Responsibilities
- Reflect on teaching
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Maintain accurate records
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Communicate with families
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Contribute to the school district
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Demonstrate professional growth and development
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Show professionalism
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Demonstrate a shared responsibility for student learning
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience
0
Degree
Bachelor
Licenses
- Early Childhood – Middle Childhood Regular Education
- English
- Language Arts
- Middle Childhood – Early Adolescence Regular Education
- Reading Teacher
- Social Studies
Additional Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Custom Questions
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications