Classroom Teacher / Language Arts (English) 6th Grade English/ ELA Teacher Certificate: English, 7-12 (015)

Job Description:

Job Title: 6th Grade English/ Language Arts Teacher

School: Joseph Melillo Middle School

Reports To: Building Principal or Instructional Leader

Level: Classroom Instructor

Education: CT Teaching Certificate in English (Endorsement 015 or 016); BA (preferred MA) from an accredited college or university in English or equivalent.

Experience:

Create a classroom environment that supports students development of english content knowledge, conceptual understanding, and related skills, knowledge and successful experience

• Implementing research-based instructional practices
• Using a variety of assessment tools and analyzing student data to drive instruction
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and Administrators
• Think flexibly and adapt to the specific instructional needs of students
• Collect data to measure impact on instruction and student achievement
• Develop goals related to teacher practice, student growth and school improvement
• Develop and revise curriculum and various types of assessments that align with district initiatives

Minimum Qualifications/Skills: The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of:

• developing students understanding of English concepts and skills;
• developing lessons that are aligned to the Common Core State Standards;
• integrating technology and digital resources into instruction;
• strong classroom management and organizational skills;
• differentiation of instruction for diverse learners;
• content area literacy;
• assessment (summative and formative).

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.

East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.