8th grade ELA Teacher
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Position DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: TeacherFLSA: ExemptQUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper state certificationREPORTS TO: Principal and/or other SupervisorTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 193 days; returning teachers 188 days with benefits provided according to the Teacher's Negotiated Agreement.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* Participate in curriculum review and design.* Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.* Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.* Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.* Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.* Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.* Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.* Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).* Effectively implement district initiatives.* Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:* Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.* Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.* Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.* Serve on committees as assigned.* Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)