UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS
Location: Jones MS
Position: English Language Arts Grade 7 & 8 Teacher
Reports to: Principal/Designee
Employment Status: Regular/Full-time
Licensure: 4-9 MS; 7-12 ELA with Reading Endorsement
FLSA Status: Exempt
Description: Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development as mature, capable and responsible adults; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; guide the process toward the achievement of curricular goals.
NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in education with appropriate subject area from four-year college or university
Appropriate State of Ohio licensure
Prior teaching experience
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
Basic knowledge of all other subject matter
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills
Record keeping skills
Classroom management skills
Experience working with children
Training in varied instructional design
Computer/word processing skills
Essential Functions:
Teach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practices
Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environment
Prepare clear and timely lesson plans
Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Provide guidance to students to promote their educational development
Attend parent/teacher conferences
Distribute course-related assignments
Ensure students are learning all subject material by appropriately assessing on a regular basis
Provide complete lesson plans for substitute
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, conferences, and personal telephone calls
Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners
Act as teacher, facilitator and information source in subject area specialty
Teach new concepts and facilitate different activities enabling students to learn in different ways
Act as a mentor for teachers new to the district
Organize various subject-specific programs within assigned building, e.g., reading/English projects
Act as department chairperson when requested and agreed upon
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Attend meetings and in-services as required
Refer attendance, health, and psychological/emotional problems to Principal and/or Guidance Counselor
Interact with public in official capacity when required
Interact with Superintendent and/or Board of Education and present information as requested
Teach students using sound instructional practices
Collaborate with colleagues
Attend educational field trips
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
Refer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance team
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined by the State Department of Education Content Standard, proficiency outcomes and courses of study as approved by the Board of Education
Notify parents if student is not meeting classroom goals
Implement instructional strategies that incorporate content standards for subject matter area of expertise
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Promote good public relations
Work closely with administrators as part of development teams to discuss and implement new practices
Serve as a role model for students
Supervise student teachers
Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships
Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other educational materials
Participate in committees, study teams, and co-curricular activities
Participate in intervention assistance team meetings as appropriate
Maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional seminars, workshops, etc. to keep current on relevant issues
Counsel, advise, encourage, and motivate students
Equipment Operated:
Additional Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional interaction among, and intervention with, unruly children
Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment
Frequently remain in a stationary period for extended periods
Frequently move and position self as necessary to access and operate equipment, provide instruction or support, supervise students, and/or maintain appropriate discipline
Frequently move around workspace and travel throughout school building and/or school district
Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority.
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
