Purpose:

This teacher is responsible for overseeing the Junior High School ELA curriculum and course sequence plan for all students in grade 6.  

Qualifications:

• A valid and current Illinois State PEL in High School or an Illinois Substitute license or the ability to obtain one. 
• Able to build professional relationships, solve problems, and plan collaboratively. 

Reports to:

Building Administration

Essential Job Functions:

• Teach 6 sections of ELA to varying levels of students.
• Attends professional development and training related to teaching assignments, staying abreast of current research. 
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning. 
• Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration. 
• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences. 
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. 
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement. 
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process. 
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
• Organizes, develops, and coordinates special events/activities.
• Keeps accurate records and delivers timely reports as required.
• Participates in student team meetings as needed.  Participates in collaborative teacher/staff meetings as required.
• Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating, etc
• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning
• Follows the District’s job description for teachers.
• Perform other duties and takes-on responsibilities as assigned by district and/or building administration.

Terms of Employment:

As determined by the MEA Collective Bargaining Agreement