ELA Teacher

TITLE:    ELA Teacher
 
Job Description – Classroom Teacher

Title: Classroom Teacher

Reports To: Building Principal or designee

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year as established by the Board of Education and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Job Goal / Purpose

The Classroom Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, including the use of district-approved high-quality instructional materials, aligned to academic standards, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The teacher supports the intellectual, social, emotional, and behavioral growth of students through effective instructional practices, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and data-informed decision making to promote student success and a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio certification/licensure in the appropriate subject area.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Knowledge of instructional best practices, classroom management, and student engagement strategies.
• Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities

Instruction & Learning Environment

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to state academic standards and district curriculum, including the use of high-quality instructional strategies and resources.
• Organize classroom instruction and manage learning environments to maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Provide clear, accurate, and developmentally appropriate explanations and instruction.
• Present subject matter in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
• Answer student questions clearly and completely.
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge and instructional expertise.

Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction

• Regularly assess student progress using formative and summative measures.
• Analyze student data to identify learning needs and adjust instruction and interventions accordingly.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student progress, assessments, and instructional outcomes.
• Use data to collaborate with teams and support continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Classroom Management

• Implement PBIS strategies to promote positive behavior, engagement, and a supportive classroom culture.
• Provide positive reinforcement for appropriate academic and social behaviors.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies as needed to support student success.
• Establish clear expectations, routines, and consistent responses to behavior.

Collaboration & Communication

• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with families through multiple communication methods.
• Work collaboratively with grade-level or teaching teams to plan instruction and share best practices.
• Collaborate with intervention specialists, school counselors, and support staff to meet diverse student needs.
• Work with programs such as Special Education, English Language Learning, Literacy, and After-School Programs.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend all required meetings and professional obligations.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, including appropriate dress and demeanor.
• Arrive promptly and remain through scheduled work times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.
• May perform strenuous tasks, such as lifting, when working with students.
• Frequent supervision of students in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, schoolyard, or on field trips.
• Frequent need to assist students with behavioral or management needs.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, families, and community members.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policy and the collective bargaining agreement, ensuring alignment with district goals and expectations