East Point Academy
Middle School ELA Teacher
East Point Academy, West Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29172
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Middle School ELA Teacher
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East Point Academy .
Base pay range $50,000.00/hr - $70,000.00/hr
General Summary Under regular supervision, assists students in learning basic academic, social and developmental skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women. This is a 190-day position. Reports to the Head of School and/or designee.
Essential Functions
Collaborates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods to develop a program of continuous progress consistent with East Point Academy goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc to transform lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports as required
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
Assists in the selection and requisition of books and instructional aids and maintains required inventory records
Administers standardized tests in accordance with state testing program
Keeps abreast of changes in school policies and students' needs and interests
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s), substitutes and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance as required
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities
Provides for his/her own professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning
Participates in school staff development programs as assigned by the Head of School
Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned by the Head of School
General Job Functions
Assist the Head of School in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc
Presents a positive image of East Point Academy at all times
Willingly performs other related duties as assigned
Education and Experience Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions Knowledge
Knowledge of the methods, policies, procedures and activities of East Point Academy which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and laws relating to educational activities
Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained
Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities
Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning
Skills/Effort
Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration and/or supervised practice
Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations
Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities
Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities
Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents
Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, school staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
Working Conditions
Conducts duties in a school environment with some exposure to environmental conditions
Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students
Physical demands include walking or standing and lifting/moving of items related to the job on a recurring basis
Occasional local travel is required; overnight travel is not required
Job requires the operation of standard office equipment
Responsibility
Responsible for the supervision of students in the classroom and in out-of-classroom activities during the school day
Responsible for classroom materials and supplies
Supervises instructional assistants, substitutes and volunteers as assigned
Responsible for completing assigned work within the deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures
Responsible for attending and remaining at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding attendance, absenteeism and tardiness, providing adequate notice to administration with respect to vacation time and leave requests
Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Disclaimer statement This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Head of School at any time without notice.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
Industries Education Administration Programs
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Middle School ELA Teacher
role at
East Point Academy .
Base pay range $50,000.00/hr - $70,000.00/hr
General Summary Under regular supervision, assists students in learning basic academic, social and developmental skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women. This is a 190-day position. Reports to the Head of School and/or designee.
Essential Functions
Collaborates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods to develop a program of continuous progress consistent with East Point Academy goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc to transform lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports as required
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
Assists in the selection and requisition of books and instructional aids and maintains required inventory records
Administers standardized tests in accordance with state testing program
Keeps abreast of changes in school policies and students' needs and interests
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s), substitutes and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance as required
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities
Provides for his/her own professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning
Participates in school staff development programs as assigned by the Head of School
Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular or other activities as assigned by the Head of School
General Job Functions
Assist the Head of School in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc
Presents a positive image of East Point Academy at all times
Willingly performs other related duties as assigned
Education and Experience Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions Knowledge
Knowledge of the methods, policies, procedures and activities of East Point Academy which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and laws relating to educational activities
Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained
Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities
Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning
Skills/Effort
Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration and/or supervised practice
Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations
Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities
Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities
Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents
Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, school staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
Working Conditions
Conducts duties in a school environment with some exposure to environmental conditions
Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students
Physical demands include walking or standing and lifting/moving of items related to the job on a recurring basis
Occasional local travel is required; overnight travel is not required
Job requires the operation of standard office equipment
Responsibility
Responsible for the supervision of students in the classroom and in out-of-classroom activities during the school day
Responsible for classroom materials and supplies
Supervises instructional assistants, substitutes and volunteers as assigned
Responsible for completing assigned work within the deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures
Responsible for attending and remaining at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding attendance, absenteeism and tardiness, providing adequate notice to administration with respect to vacation time and leave requests
Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Disclaimer statement This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Head of School at any time without notice.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
Industries Education Administration Programs
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