Digital Citizenship and Communications Teacher

Messmer High School•Milwaukee, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Messmer High School is seeking a motivated Digital Citizenship and Communications Teacher to make a positive impact on high school students. The role focuses on academic success and helping students achieve their fullest potential. The teacher will engage positively and professionally with the high school team to create a positive culture and ensure student success. This position includes teaching students how to use technology and communication responsibly and confidently. Lessons will focus on online safety, respectful digital communication, empowered technology use, and protection of personal information.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts/Science
State of Wisconsin high school educator license (1220 Technology Education, 1300 English, 1301 Broadfield Language Arts, 1310 Journalism, 1320 Speech Communication, 1777 Regular Education, 1953 Urban Educator, 1405 Computer Science)

Nice To Haves

Teacher experience, preferably in an urban city classroom
Mission-driven, demonstrate the highest integrity, and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of Messmer Catholic Schools
Relentless pursuit of high expectations
Excellent written, verbal communication, and listening skills with keen attention to detail
Lifelong learner who is reflective and always looking to improve

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a clear commitment to adult and adolescent development and learning, and collaboration with a growth mindset in his/her professional practice.
Plan, prepare, and facilitate instruction for the prescribed curriculum for the subject area(s) he/she is teaching.
Manage the learning process, evaluate student performance, maintain records, and plan lessons.
Understand and apply strategies (e.g. differentiation and extension) and best practices (eg. models, think-aloud, mini-lessons, multiple drafts, reflection, effective group work) to ensure student success.
Implement, execute, and measure academic success at the classroom level.
Use data collected using formative and summative assessments to discuss and inform instruction.
Assist with the ongoing review and improvement of processes and procedures related to the school.
Follow established teaching protocols and programs to ensure consistency among classes.
Work cooperatively and interact positively with students, parents, staff and community.
Oversee classroom discipline and escalate issues to appropriate personnel, as applicable.
High presence and availability to all students, faculty and parents.
Participate in and attend all faculty meetings and professional development sessions.
Maintain open and consistent communication about student progress, concerts, and achievement with students, families, and the school community.
Provide leadership in ensuring a positive school culture for adults and students.
Use and integrate technology in classroom and project instruction.
Proactively and effectively communicate with all school personnel, families, and colleagues in a timely manner.
Participate in the school-wide teacher coaching program; receiving feedback and actively working to continuously improve teaching practice and overall performance.