What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Communication Arts Teacher position at Kennett High School?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Kennett School District seeks applicants for a Communication Arts teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. As part of our innovative 4-day school week schedule, you will have the opportunity to engage students in meaningful learning experiences while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Applicants need to have a Missouri teacher certification or be eligible for certification. Starting teacher pay is $40,000, and salary is based upon years of experience and education. For more details and to be considered for this position, applicants must register and then apply online at https://kennett.tedk12.com/hire. Please contact Mr. Nathan Baker at 573-717-1100; extension 1403, if you have any questions.
Position Title
Communication Arts Teacher
Qualifications
Teacher certification within the subject-area of education
Reports to
Building-level Administrators
Terms of Employment
Teacher contract
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaches content and skills in English language, literature, composition, and reading, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning outcomes.
- Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
- Adapts English material and methods, and implements technology to develop relevant assignments that guide and challenge learners.
- Provides opportunities for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- Develops standards for critical analysis through discussions and activities, based on a variety of technology.
- Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas.
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
- Evaluates each student’s progress in reference to knowledge and skills associated with communication arts.
- Maintains professional competence through professional development.
Salary : $40,000
