Innovative Language Arts Teacher (Grades 6-8)

Rockford Public School District 205; Rockford (TN); On-site; USD 43,642 - 91,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and disa

Voluntary life insurance

Paid Sick and Personal time

Paid holidays

Board-paid TRS

403(b) plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205 is seeking a Language Arts teacher for grades 6-8 within the Curriculum department. The role focuses on planning and delivering engaging lessons, using diverse instructional strategies, and leveraging data to differentiate instruction for all learners.

The successful candidate will hold an Illinois teaching license with endorsements, collaborate with PLCs, and communicate effectively with students, families and staff to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all school stakeholders
• Ability to develop relationships with students and parents.
• Knowledge of various instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of best teaching and assessing practices
• Working knowledge of State and National Standards
• Ability to organize and maintain student records which includes gradebooks

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
• Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Engage students in an inquiry-based delivery model of instruction.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Uses a wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance the needs of a diverse student population.
• Considers equitable resources and equitable instructional practices to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
• Update and maintain all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations.
• Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrates a variety of effective behavior management techniques appropriate to the needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with building expectations as well as the district's student code of conduct.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
• Create formative assessments aligned to district curriculum
• Analyze student data from both formative and summative assessments to drive differentiated instruction and data-based decision making for students.
• Utilize current technology to enhance student learning.

Job description

ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205 is seeking a Language Arts teacher for grades 6-8 within the Curriculum department. The role focuses on planning and delivering engaging lessons, using diverse instructional strategies, and leveraging data to differentiate instruction for all learners.

The successful candidate will hold an Illinois teaching license with endorsements, collaborate with PLCs, and communicate effectively with students, families and staff to support student achievement.