What are the responsibilities and job description for the English Teacher position at General Mclane School District?
General McLane School District
Posting of Anticipated or Current Vacancy
2025-2026 School Year
Position:
English Teacher
Location:
General McLane High School
Certification:
Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification for English 7-12 (required)
Additional Secondary Certification(s) applicable to courses offered at GMHS (preferred)
Reading Specialist PK-12 Certification (preferred)
Advanced Placement Training and experience (preferred)
Application Requirements:
Applicants are expected to possess a valid and appropriate certificate for the vacant position at the time of application as well as all necessary clearances. Additional qualifications and experience will be considered and may be necessary or desirable for individual positions along with a demonstrated competency in writing and communication skills.
Job Selection Expectations:
Applications, resumes, letters of reference, and written samples will be reviewed for required certification; demonstrated related knowledge, skills, and abilities; and ability to communicate effectively. As candidates progress through the selection process, they may be asked to perform additional written exercises, complete panel interviews, and perform a sample lesson related to the subject area.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of English language arts content, including literature, writing, grammar, and language conventions across various genres.
- Experience with Read180
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including those at different proficiency levels.
- Ability to work effectively with fellow teachers, including in a co-teaching environment
- Proven skills in classroom management to create and maintain a positive, structured, and respectful classroom environment.
- Experience with creating and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and providing accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities.
- Ability to design engaging, standards-aligned lessons and assessments that support student learning across multiple grade levels.
- Proficiency in using educational technology tools and digital platforms to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, support staff, and administrators to ensure student success.
- Experience with formative and summative assessments to monitor and improve student progress.
- Strong communication skills to interact clearly and professionally with students, parents, and staff.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and learning styles of students.
- Skilled at providing scaffolding to support students as they build understanding and independence in their learning.
- Experience in identifying and addressing academic and behavioral challenges faced by struggling students.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Familiarity with evidence-based practices for helping students with reading and writing difficulties, including students with learning disabilities.
- Knowledge of instructional techniques and strategies to support students with special education needs, including students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning challenges.
- Ability to recognize and address the emotional and social needs of students, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom climate.
- Willingness to modify teaching approaches based on student feedback and evolving educational needs.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
- Ability to foster critical thinking skills in students and provide them with opportunities to engage in higher-order thinking.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing professional growth, staying current with educational trends and best practices.
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to students, especially those needing additional academic or emotional support.
Anticipated Duration:
Full-time employee (beginning 2025-2026 school year)
Internal Applicants:
Please apply as an internal candidate through the district’s hiring portal. You must include an attached letter expressing your interest in the position.
Additional Information:
The position above will remain posted for a minimum of fourteen days. Candidates must submit a complete application through the district’s online hiring portal. Please direct questions to Steven Karns at stevenkarns@generalmclane.org.
Circumstances related to the need to fill this position are subject to change. In circumstances where job candidate finalists demonstrate similar job performance potential, Veterans’ Preference will apply if applicable. Hiring for any district position is subject to Board of Education approval. The Board reserves the right not to fill any posted position.
General McLane School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, services, activities or employment practices, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Age of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and/or any other applicable Pennsylvania or federal law. For information regarding civil rights; how to request special accommodations; grievance procedures; or the responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title, IX, and Section 504, please contact the School District Administrative Office.
