Middle School ELA Teacher

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate School Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students in a classroom setting and a strong commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment. This role involves implementing lesson plans, educating students on various subjects, and promoting literacy education. The teacher will also be responsible for utilizing library services effectively to enhance the learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to the students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives .
• Assess the accomplishments of the students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for evaluation by district specialists as required.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law , district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes when required.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluate their job performance.
• Maintain and improve professional competence.
• Participate in district and campus staff development.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Maintain a professional relationship w ith colleagues.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication w ith students, parents, and community members.
• Prepare and submit lesson plans in a timely manner in the platform the school utilizes.
• Maintain a minimum number of grades in the Gradebook in a timely manner.
• Meet the mentor teacher regularly (if new teacher)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in classroom setting and requires intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.
• Moderate travel is required.
• Proven experience working with students in an educational setting, preferably in a charter school environment.
• Strong skills in lesson planning and classroom management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively educate and engage students.
• A passion for literacy education and a commitment to fostering a love of learning among students.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners in the classroom.
• A degree in Education or a related field is preferred but not mandatory for exceptional candidates with relevant experience.

Join us in shaping the minds of future generations through innovative teaching practices and a commitment to excellence in education!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $66,500.00 per year

Physical Setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77040 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,000 - $66,500