English Teacher-High School Anticipated 26-27

Fort Madison Community School District; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS

Paid personal/sick leave

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Fort Madison Community School District is seeking an English teacher for FM Jr/Sr High for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for high school students and engage learners to support academic and social development.

Ideal candidates hold an Iowa Teaching license and 5-12 English/Language Arts endorsement, with a Bachelor's in Education and a preference for a Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Iowa Teaching license and 5-12 English/Language Arts endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and assess engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and district priorities.
• Create and sustain a positive classroom environment following PBIS/MTSS frameworks and fostering inclusivity.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods and instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
• Monitor student progress with formal and informal assessments and provide timely feedback.
• Identify and address individual student needs with data-driven interventions and enrichment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop assessments and ensure equitable instruction.
• Maintain open communication with parents and school community about student progress.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to improve instructional effectiveness.

Skills

Strong communication

English/Lang Arts endorsement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join our team FM Jr/Sr High. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for students in high school. This position requires an enthusiastic educator who can inspire, motivate, and engage young learners while promoting their academic and social development.

English Teacher-High School

Anticipated 2026-2027

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join our team FM Jr/Sr High. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for students in high school. This position requires an enthusiastic educator who can inspire, motivate, and engage young learners while promoting their academic and social development.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development

• Design,implement, and assess engaging lesson plans that align with state standards and meet the diverse needs of students.
• Implement the high-quality curricular resources adopted by FMCSD to deliver instruction aligned with the grade level's priority standards.

Classroom Management

• Create and sustain a positive classroom environment that fosters student participation, mutual respect and collaboration, ensuring that all students feel comfortable and safe.
• Align classroom management plan with the building's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)framework and adheres to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to effectively support students' social, emotional, and behavioral health.
• Commit to fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom environment.

Instructional Delivery

• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Develop daily lesson plans that follow the district's Instructional framework.
• Analyze data to inform instructional decisions and identify appropriate scaffolding strategies to differentiate learning for all students.

Assessment And Evaluation

• Continually monitor and evaluate student progress through formal and informal assessments;provide timely feedback to students and parents.
• Evaluate student learning using the common formative and summative assessments collaboratively developed by the grade level or departmental team.

Student Support

• Identify and address individual student needs, providing additional support and resources as necessary.
• Implement a data-driven Multi-Tiered System of Supports(MTSS) process to identify and apply appropriate interventions and enrichment strategies that support student learning.

Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, specialists and support staff to enhance the educational experience for all students.
• Work with team to reach consensus on priority standards for their grade level, develop common formative and summative assessments, and establish instructional pacing. This teamwork is essential to ensure equitable instruction for all students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide targeted interventions and enrichment opportunities that support student growth and learning.

Communication

• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, guardians and the school community regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Communicate respectfully, exemplifying professionalism in all interactions and with all stakeholders.

Professional Development

• Participate actively in continuous professional growth through workshops,conferences and collaboration with peers.
• Engage in reflective practice to foster professional growth and enhance their effectiveness in the role.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Iowa Teaching license and 5-12 English/Language Arts endorsement
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred but not required

Benefits

This position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes IPERS, paid personal/sick leave and medical/dental/vision insurance

Physical Requirements

Bending, carrying, climbing, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, walking

The Fort Madison Community School District is an EEO/AA employer