English I Teacher: Impactful & Tech-Driven Classrooms

CORDOVA SECONDARY; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis School of Excellence Cordova Secondary in Memphis, TN seeks an English I Teacher to join a dedicated team. The role requires a Tennessee certificate and English endorsement, and offers a full-time position with competitive salary.

The teacher will administer assessments, monitor progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff to improve student outcomes. Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, behavior management, and integration of technology in lessons.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate.
• Must be highly qualified.
• Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the Tennessee Board of Education.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Administers and develops subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations, student's achievements, developing methods for improvement, and reinforcing classroom goals at home.
• Assesses student progress towards standards, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes.
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and personal issues.
• Differentiates methods to address individual student requirements.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in various educational environments for the purpose of providing a safe learning environment.
• Participates in meetings and professional development to gather information needed to perform functions.
• Prepares written materials documenting student progress and mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents for student safety and compliance with laws and policies.
• Responds to emergencies, directing to appropriate personnel.
• Directs teacher assistants and others to support the classroom program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and supports other teachers with curriculum and student plans.
• Demonstrates integration of technology in all curriculum areas and pursues professional technology development.

Education

Bachelor's degree and endorsement in English I with valid Tennessee certificate

Job description

Memphis School of Excellence Cordova Secondary in Memphis, TN seeks an English I Teacher to join a dedicated team. The role requires a Tennessee certificate and English endorsement, and offers a full-time position with competitive salary.

The teacher will administer assessments, monitor progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff to improve student outcomes. Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, behavior management, and integration of technology in lessons.