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TEACHER OF ENGLISH

SOUTH ORANGE-MAPLEWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT | MAPLEWOOD, NJ

  

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CountyEssex
Posted Date 11/16/2023
Expiration Date12/31/2023
Description
TEACHER OF ENGLISH
1.0FTE - COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
THE POSITION

Candidate should have experience teaching high school English, experience with teaching reading in grades 9-12, and be familiar with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.
 
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
  1. New Jersey Teacher of English Certification required.
  2. Reading Specialist certification preferred and/or graduate study towards in the areas of: Reading Foundations, Diagnosis of Reading Problems, Correction of Reading and Supervised Practicum Reading.
  3. Experience with differentiated instruction.
  4. Knowledge of national standards.
  5. Knowledge of teaching reading and writing as a process
  6. Motivated individual to work with a team of dedicated educators who exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  7. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.
 
REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL(S): To provide instructional leadership in the classroom in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of Education approved curriculum.
                                             

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  1. Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students. 
  2. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. 
  3. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives. 
  4. Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives. 
  5. Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required. 
  6. Identifies students who require additional support services. 
  7. Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents. 
  8. Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
  9. Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.
  10.  Participates in appropriate building and district meetings. 
  11.  Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
  12.  Performs other related duties as assigned.
 
 WORKING RELATIONSHIPS  OF THE POSITION:  To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.                             
 
 
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT        10 Months
                                                      Salary as per SOMEA Agreement
County
Essex

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