High School Language Arts Teacher

SALARY RANGE: $54,630 – $114,862 annually based on degree and student contact hours

JOB SUMMARY

Teach multiple high school Language Arts levels up to (and potentially including) IB English Literature, Higher Level. At Mid-Pacific, the Language Arts faculty is responsible for designing an instructional environment that encourages learning and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the learning experience post-secondary education and/or career opportunities. Essential to this role is the ability to utilize all resources available to establish a cooperative relationship with parents, colleagues, administrators, and community members to support each student's opportunity to learn and grow in educational and life experiences. This position includes active participation in the school's operation to support our unwavering commitment to the principles of deeper learning. This position reports to the Middle and High School Assistant Principal for Academics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teach high school Language Arts courses up to (and potentially including) IB English Literature, using various pedagogical strategies.
• Teach core concepts and skills as set out in the Language Arts Department’s scope and sequences and always directed to the vision and mission of the school.
• Collaborate with other members of the Language Arts Department to develop and update the department’s curriculum and assessment practices.
• Incorporate educational technology into lesson design to enhance student learning.
• Stay abreast of current research and develop professionally to improve teaching practice continually.
• Prepare lesson plans following curriculum guidelines set by the department, school, and external examining bodies.
• Set and post homework assignments weekly on the Internet using the school’s information system program.
• Design and implement lessons and formative and summative assessments of students’ learning in alignment with Mid Pacific’s Assessment Guidelines.
• Post homework assignments weekly and record formative and summative results electronically using the school’s information system program.
• Maintain effective classroom management, liaising with deans and parents as necessary.
• Carry out all homeroom / advisory responsibilities.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to respond effectively.
• Participate in faculty, content, and grade-level meetings and attend professional learning development workshops and educational conferences.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Adhere to safe work procedures and comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard, or illness immediately to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, and not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.

TEACHER PROFILE

• Fostering Effective Relationships: The Teacher builds positive working relationships with the classroom, school, and local community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Learning Environment: The Teacher creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for all learners.
• Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge: The Teacher shows an understanding of content knowledge and an appreciation for ongoing learning in the discipline.
• Validating a Professional Pedagogy: The Teacher ensures that every student is provided quality and optimum learning experiences.
• Inspiring Instructional Leadership: The Teacher models practices that support evidence-informed teaching and learning, and motivates and inspires others to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Language Arts from an accredited college or university. At least two years of teaching experience in Language Arts is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with International Baccalaureate, Journalism, and Humanities teaching experiences. Experience with project-based learning is preferred but not required.

WORK SCHEDULE

This in-person position follows the academic calendar from August through May. Teachers will have the opportunity to enjoy scheduled winter, spring, and summer breaks for rejuvenation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that require frequent walking, including uphill and stairs. The employee on a daily basis is required to frequently unless otherwise noted, walk to and from classrooms or buildings within five

minutes, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds (student journals, papers, books, etc.); arrange student desks, furniture in the classroom as needed; stand and sit throughout the day for instruction and supervision of students; walk: class to Chapel (once a week), walk around the classroom, from classroom to copier room (frequently), library (occasionally), fields for fire drills (occasionally), to supervise students (daily); occasional bending; frequent reaching when writing on board, while at desk, for phone, to receive student work (this occurs throughout the day). Some climbing of stairs (daily); walking up a slight hill (daily).

MENTAL DEMANDS

On a daily basis employee must frequently problem solve, make decisions, supervise students/classroom management, interpret data, grade, organize, write, plan, and clearly communicate.

EQUIPMENT USE

Telephone – occasionally, Copier – occasionally, Computer – frequently, Projector – frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor – frequently, Outdoor – occasionally, Loud Noise – occasionally, Cold Temperatures – occasionally, Hot Temperatures – occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.