High School English Teacher

7-12 certification in English required

This position will be responsible for implementing a rigorous reading and writing curriculum that prepares students for college readiness at the secondary level. Applicants should be familiar with the new Arkansas English Language Arts (ELA) standards and frameworks. All teachers at Arkansas Arts Academy are required to incorporate arts integration into their curriculum and explore diverse assessments to provide students with multiple demonstrations of mastery. Teachers will participate in professional learning communities (PLC) and work with ELA teachers K-12 for vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment.

Will be required to complete 40 minutes a week of morning or afternoon duty as well as other duties as assigned.

Requirements Bachelor's degree and certification by the state of Arkansas for teaching 7-12 English.

Responsibilities

Teach individual students/groups in grades 7-12 focusing on growth in reading and writing skills. Organizes classroom to offer a positive and student-centered learning environment. Plan lessons in relation to class and individual students' goals and interests. Provide individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying abilities. Modify instruction, assignments, and assessments as needed for differentiation of learners. Evaluate student's performance and growth in knowledge and ability, and prepare progress reports. Maintain discipline, set class expectations with realistic rules of conduct. Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress; maintain assessment records for each student and prepares reports as required by school. Instruct students to respect the classroom environment and properly care for all learning tools. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or in self-selected professional growth activities. Preparing students for state and national assessments. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Follow operational policies and procedures.

High standards of professionalism and professional ethics; model integrity, honesty, and respect that promotes the culture, values, and mission of Arkansas Arts Academy.

Teachers must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the school. Pass Background/Maltreatment check. Possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments. Ability to connect with a wide range of students of different ages and backgrounds. Know how to make the learning process enjoyable and fun. Be responsive to work-related emails and phone calls during contracted hours. Attend departmental meetings and professional development opportunities. A positive, fun, and enthusiastic personality with a passion for teaching! Applicants are also invited to visit the AAA website (www.artsk12.org) to learn more about the school and its program.

Arkansas Arts Academy does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military service, or other protected status.