High School English Teacher

Curriculum Development and Instruction:

• Develop and implement an engaging and standards-aligned English curriculum for high school students, focusing on literature, composition, and language skills.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods and resources to foster critical thinking, literary analysis, and effective communication skills.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests of students in grades 9-12.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with state and national English language arts standards, including pacing guides and assessment strategies.
• Develop and submit lesson plans that incorporate reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development.
• Facilitate class discussions, literary analysis, and writing workshops that encourage student engagement, creativity, and academic growth.

Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring:

• Conduct ongoing formative assessments to track student progress.
• Develop Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs) tailored to individual student needs.
• Create and administer exams and assessments throughout the year.
• Assess student learning through a variety of formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to support student growth.

Classroom Environment and Student Development:

• Foster an inclusive and culturally responsive classroom environment that promotes respect, empathy, and appreciation for diversity.
• Stay current with educational trends, research, and best practices in humanities education through professional development and collaboration with peers.

Collaboration and Professional Growth:

• Attend two team meetings per week: one focused on academic matters and the other on behavior.
• Collaborate with team members to develop instructional strategies.
• Work with colleagues to align curriculum, integrate technology, and promote interdisciplinary connections within the humanities program.

Student Supervision and Support:

• Manage HR tasks for 5 slots per week.
• Handle lunch-related responsibilities for 5 slots per week.
• Manage the students' pick-up.

Parent Communication and Engagement:

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to share student progress, academic goals, and opportunities for involvement in the learning process.