ELA Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

• To ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students.
• To provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students; incorporates best educational practices; creates an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social / emotional development of the students.

Student Achievement metrics :

• 80% of students achieve Level 3, 50% achieve Level 4, and 20% at Level 5 on FAST exams.
• Junior Class ACT Average Score of 21
• 100% of BPA seniors meet the requirements for Graduation.
• 50% of all students in Intervention grow two or more years in Reading and Math.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify.
• Implement and uphold BPA behavior management system that aligns with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Complete all lesson internalization based on curriculum vision to achieve district goals
• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement
• Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Implement state learning standards and BPA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update the grade book weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families every week
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week

VALUES

• Value the voices of all staff, families, and students
• Work in collaboration to meet the needs of all stakeholders
• Seek and respond well to feedback and collaborate to find solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education : Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• Experience : Experience in a classroom setting preferred
• Licenses or Certifications : State certification required

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Physical Requirements : Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move

Compensation : BridgePrep Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with Experience. BridgePrep Academy is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.

Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job.

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. BridgePrep Academy reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.

The incumbent, if applicable, will be consulted and notified of any changes before they become effective.