Middle School Instructional Support Teacher

Messiah College; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Middle School Instructional Support Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role focuses on improving student achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics through tailored instructional strategies and collaborative efforts with staff. You will be responsible for developing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and fostering an engaging learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' educational journeys while working within a supportive community. If you are passionate about education and committed to student success, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in remedial instruction for reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to develop and implement lesson plans and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Develop and document instructional strategies and student progress.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance student learning experiences.

Skills

Remedial Instruction

Assessment Techniques

Lesson Planning

Communication Skills

Technology Integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Certification

Tools

Educational Technology

Assessment Tools

Job description

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Middle School Instructional Support Teacher

Job Description
Middle School Instructional Support Teacher
Full-Time for the 2024-2025 School Year
School: St. Theresa School
City & State: New Cumberland, PA

FLSA Status: Exempt

Basic Job Description: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to serve as a remedial resource instructor to improve students' achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics, implementing Diocesan approved remedial reading, writing, and mathematics curricula and programs.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers assessment techniques and methods to ascertain the particular needs of individual students identified as in need of remedial reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Develops remedial reading, writing and mathematics strategies, and lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in letter and word recognition, sentence and paragraph structure, vocabulary, proper word usage, writing, and mathematics.
• Conducts remedial learning activities, incorporating technology and a variety of instructional methods and materials.
• Creates evaluation instruments and procedures to monitor the student progress and the effectiveness of instruction.
• Documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; develops lesson plans; models the necessary skills to perform assignments; and provides feedback to administration and teaching staff regarding student progress, expectations, and goals and objectives.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, regarding reading, writing and mathematics assessments and remedial teaching techniques; assists, coaches and models effective remedial instructional strategies for classroom teachers.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the methods of remediation in reading writing and mathematics by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Responsibilities/Tasks for: Middle School Teacher

• Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
• Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, diocesan policies, and administrative regulations.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the school, state, and diocese.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Identify students' needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning and health problems.
• Use technology and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by the administration.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials in order to prevent injuries and damage.
• Maintain professional competence by attending professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence for Act 48.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Administer standardized ability and