What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemistry Teacher position at Warren Easton Charter High School?
Description
About Warren Easton:
Warren Easton Charter High School is one of the highest performing open-enrollment high schools in the city of New Orleans. Our legacy of educational excellence stems back over 100 years. At Warren Easton Charter High School, academic excellence is the highest priority. Our slogan is "The Easton Way is the Only Way.” Maximum individual academic growth is stressed and good study habits are established in a nurturing and well-disciplined environment. Our school community believes that a structured environment is necessary for the assimilation of knowledge and the development of cognitive skills.
Warren Easton Charter High School is the highest demanded high school in the city. We are continually growing to meet that demand. We are transitioning to our own LEA during the 2020-2021 school year. We are looking for team members who are excited to support our growth and who align with our mission, values, and school community.
Mission:
Our mission is to provide rigorous and relevant instruction for all students at all academic levels to ensure each has the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential.
About the Position:
We are seeking a Chemistry teacher for the 20-21 school year.
Direct Supervisor:
This person will report to the grade-level Assistant Principal.
Supervisory Opportunities:
This role will not supervise anyone.
About the Opportunity:
As a member of the Warren Easton faculty and staff, you will have the opportunity to join a family with a legacy that spans 100 years. We are a dynamic team that will prioritize your development to ensure our students are successful. As one of the highest performing high schools in the city of New Orleans, you will be part of a community that is dedicated to excellence for not only our students but our staff. As we continue to grow there will be opportunities in the future to advance your career with us.
Key Position Responsibilities (not limited to):
- Meet the standards of effective teaching, as outlined in the Louisiana Components of Effective Teaching
- Design and implement rigorous unit and engaging lesson plans that incorporate all components of the Warren Easton Instructional Model
- Attend and Enthusiastically participate in Professional Development sessions scheduled by the school with the mindset of being a continuous learner
- Participate in initiatives and activities planned to build capacity, to include but not limited to, Tuning Protocols, integrated, cross-curriculum, and department focus study groups, committee memberships, etc.
- Create a structured, achievement-oriented learning environment, and develop a positive rapport with students
- Utilize student data to drive instruction, re-teaching and classroom interventions
- Proactively manage student behavioral issues and adhere to school policies for infractions and incentives
- Achieve objectives/activities included in the professional Growth Plan developed jointly with your Assistant Principal
- Consult with administrators, colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis. Included would be attendance at all open house and report card conferences
- Plan and supervise purposeful tasks for paraprofessionals and volunteers, if assigned
- Adhere to school rules and regulations for teacher dress code, punctuality, absences, submission of lesson plans
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
Holds and/or Eligible for Licensure by the Louisiana Department of Education
Experience in the specified content area
Former teaching experience preferred
EEOC Statement:
Warren Easton Charter High School adheres to the equal opportunity provision of the Federal Civil Rights laws and regulations that are applicable to this agency. Therefore, no one will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972); disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) in attaining educational goals and objectives and in the administration of personnel policies and procedures.