ELA Teacher

Metter; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Metter is seeking an ELA Teacher for Mitchell County High School. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Georgia teaching certificate in the relevant field.

You will plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction, differentiate for all learners, and use data to guide planning and feedback. Demonstrated classroom management, communication skills, and the ability to engage students in higher-level thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Georgia teaching certificate meeting in-field requirements.
• Ability to plan and assess using state standards and data.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Understand curriculum, content, and student needs with relevant learning experiences.
• Use research-based strategies to promote higher-level thinking.
• Plan using state curricula and standards to address differentiated needs.
• Analyze student data to inform planning.
• Promote learning with effective instructional strategies and active student engagement.
• Use appropriate instructional technology to enhance learning.
• Provide content while addressing individual learning differences.
• Use varied assessment methods to inform modifications for each student.
• Gather and use data to measure progress and give timely feedback to students and guardians.
• Create a safe, respectful learning environment and uphold classroom expectations.
• Implement school safety measures and routines to maintain a healthy learning environment.
• Foster a student-centered, high-level learning culture.
• Commit to professional ethics and the school’s mission.

Skills

Communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

ELA Teacher

Job Location

Mitchell County High School

Category

Certified

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Level: Bachelor’s degree required
• Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia teaching certificate meeting in-field requirements
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management

Reports To

Principal

Performance Responsibilities

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.
• Exhibit best practice based on current research and facilitates students’ use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.
• Plan, using state and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.
• Analyze and use student learning data to inform planning.
• Promote student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.
• Use appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources effectively to enhance student learning.
• Challenge and support each student’s learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.
• Use a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population to inform instructional modifications for each student.
• Systematically gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress, to inform instructional content and delivery methods, and to provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.
• Provide a well‑managed, safe, supportive, and orderly environment that is conducive to learning; encourage respect for all; and promote an understanding of students’ diversity.
• Establish clear expectations for classroom rules, routines, and procedures and enforce them consistently and appropriately.
• Implement appropriate school safety measures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a secure and healthy learning environment consistent with district and school rules, policies, and procedures.
• Create a student‑centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self‑directed learners.
• Exhibit a commitment to professional ethics and the school’s mission; participate in professional growth opportunities and contribute to the profession.
• Compile, maintain, and submit all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, and established state and local school board policies, regulations, and practices.
• Possess and maintain a valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with designated paraprofessionals and other school and district personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Engage in ongoing communication and share instructional goals, expectations, and student progress in a timely and constructive manner using a variety of modes of communication as appropriate.
• Perform, professionally and efficiently, other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Terms of Employment

190‑day position. Salary based on board‑approved certified teacher salary schedule.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the principal or designee.