English Language Arts Teacher

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 47,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Fargo Public Schools is seeking a full-time English Education teacher for a contract position in North Dakota. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in English Education or equivalent and an ND Teaching License, with responsibilities spanning curriculum delivery, lesson planning, and individualized instruction.

Applicants should be prepared to foster a positive classroom environment, develop engaging materials, and communicate regularly with parents as part of the district's standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English Education or equivalent.
• ND Teaching License.

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Education

Bachelor's degree in English Education or equivalent

Job description

Job TypeFull Time
Benefits EligibilityBenefits Eligible
ScheduleTeacher's Contract
Salary RangeFrom $47, 393 - $91,468

Position Purpose: To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Keeps up to date sub notes/plans available.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere that is consistent with the philosophy of the building administrative team.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate and accurate records and prepares progress reports using District-approved software and programs and as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paras, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior in collaboration with building principal to help ensure safety and positive school climate.
• Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English Education or equivalent
• ND Teaching License

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations

Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.