Language Arts Teacher

Description

Teachers are required to provide curriculum-based, best practice, and engaging educational instruction to students that is consistent with the State of Illinois Board of Education State Standards. Social Studies lessons must reflect the diverse history of our nation as well as that of other civilizations and time periods. Differentiation in lesson planning and lesson presentation is required to best meet the needs of students. Teachers are expected to demonstrate flexibility in meeting the needs of both students and the agency. Summative and Formative assessment should be included in all lesson planning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach classes and/or periods as assigned by the Principal.
• Expected to maintain effective classroom management; and conduct regular assessments of   student’s achievement.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student’s progress.
• Participate in student staffing to determine their educational needs and assist in the development of modified education plans to address each student’s individual needs.
• Appropriate maintenance of student records is required to be held in a secure manner, including grade book and or Power School, and attendance consistent with the Illinois State Board of Education standards.
• The preparation of seating charts and weekly lesson plans to be readily accessible for substitute teachers.
• Participate in curriculum development activities as assigned.
• Participate in in-service sessions as scheduled by the VP of Academic Affairs or the Principal
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students and staff in a culturally diverse environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement in all aspects of the position.

 OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in agency seminars and in-service programs as designated by administration.
• Attend designated Glenwood Academy events, programs and meetings.   
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college or university. 
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience in an elementary or secondary school.  
• A current Illinois Social Studies/ Middle School State Teaching Certificate or Social Studies endorsement
• Must have valid Illinois driver’s license with no suspensions in effect within the previous three (3) years of hire.  
• No history of child abuse or neglect.
• Knowledge of childhood trauma and prior experience working in settings with youth and families that have been exposed to trauma or experience traumatic stress preferred.
• Knowledge of child and youth development, adolescent issues, positive youth development/strengths preferred
• Ability to self-structure and execute responsibilities efficiently
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively communicate a positive message
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen