Alabama State Department of Education
English Language Arts (SHMS)
Alabama State Department of Education, Union Springs, Alabama, United States, 36089
Job Summary
Job Title: English Language Arts Department: South Highlands Middle School FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: School Principal Job Goal: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plans comprehensive, educational courses of study and correlating lesson plans that meet the individual needs of assigned students. Teaches assigned students in a manner that motivates them to succeed academically and contributes to the development of their intellectual, emotional, and social skills. Creates lesson plans and courses of study that recognize the impact of a student's cultural, ethnic, and social background, special needs, and individual learning style on their motivation to learn and achieve academically. Guides students in the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons. Establishes and enforces appropriate classroom rules and procedures in accordance with school system policies. Collaborates with other teachers to evaluate and discuss students' needs and progress, develop lessons and activities, coordinate instructional efforts, and make referrals as needed. Works with school staff to make necessary accommodations for students as required by Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans. Communicates effectively with students' parents to establish rapport, discuss academic progress, and assist in resolving existing and potential issues. Updates student records regarding daily attendance and earned grades. Assess students' advancement and accomplishments through tests, assignments, observation, and other evaluation methods. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state testing programs. Provides leadership to classroom assistants and communicates effectively to assign duties. Organizes and supervises class field trips and other approved educational activities. Operates responsibly and monitors students in the use and care of school system equipment and materials. Collects and maintains accurate, complete, and proper documentation. Makes provisions to ensure availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. Notifies appropriate personnel regarding evidence of child abuse/neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. Maintains familiarity with the school's safety plan and actively contributes to a safe school environment. Plans and participates in various meetings to present and interpret information. Maintains research-based knowledge in state and national current trends and best practices related to teaching and classroom instruction. Attends approved trainings, activities, and events to address professional learning needs. Performs other job-related duties as required. Qualifications (minimum education, licensure, skills, and/or experience): Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university Valid Alabama teaching certification with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) and grade level
Job Title: English Language Arts Department: South Highlands Middle School FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: School Principal Job Goal: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plans comprehensive, educational courses of study and correlating lesson plans that meet the individual needs of assigned students. Teaches assigned students in a manner that motivates them to succeed academically and contributes to the development of their intellectual, emotional, and social skills. Creates lesson plans and courses of study that recognize the impact of a student's cultural, ethnic, and social background, special needs, and individual learning style on their motivation to learn and achieve academically. Guides students in the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons. Establishes and enforces appropriate classroom rules and procedures in accordance with school system policies. Collaborates with other teachers to evaluate and discuss students' needs and progress, develop lessons and activities, coordinate instructional efforts, and make referrals as needed. Works with school staff to make necessary accommodations for students as required by Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans. Communicates effectively with students' parents to establish rapport, discuss academic progress, and assist in resolving existing and potential issues. Updates student records regarding daily attendance and earned grades. Assess students' advancement and accomplishments through tests, assignments, observation, and other evaluation methods. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state testing programs. Provides leadership to classroom assistants and communicates effectively to assign duties. Organizes and supervises class field trips and other approved educational activities. Operates responsibly and monitors students in the use and care of school system equipment and materials. Collects and maintains accurate, complete, and proper documentation. Makes provisions to ensure availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. Notifies appropriate personnel regarding evidence of child abuse/neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. Maintains familiarity with the school's safety plan and actively contributes to a safe school environment. Plans and participates in various meetings to present and interpret information. Maintains research-based knowledge in state and national current trends and best practices related to teaching and classroom instruction. Attends approved trainings, activities, and events to address professional learning needs. Performs other job-related duties as required. Qualifications (minimum education, licensure, skills, and/or experience): Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university Valid Alabama teaching certification with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) and grade level