What are the responsibilities and job description for the English Teacher position at Alcorn State University?
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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
English Teacher
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Employment Status
Part Time .60
Department
Upward Bound Program
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for designing and delivering engaging, college-preparatory. English instruction to participating high school students.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal good classroom management skills.
Ability to integrate technology and hands-on activities into lessons.
Ability to develop engaging STEM-related curriculum and activities.
Ability to integrate technology and hands-on activities into lessons.
Ability to develop engaging STEM-related curriculum and activities.
Essential Job Functions
Prepare students for college-level coursework by teaching essay writing, literary analysis, and research skills.
Asses student progress through assignments, quizzes, and feedback.
Asses student progress through assignments, quizzes, and feedback.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required.
Licensing and Certifications
Teacher Certification is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Occasionally
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S1112
Number of Vacancies
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/17/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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