ELA Teacher Grades 7-12

Villa of Hope•Rochester, NY

3d•$50,000 - $61,522

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Education, the ELA Teacher is responsible for teaching students with special and general education needs. Carries out all job responsibilities with fidelity and accountability to the Agency’s Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Plan.

Requirements

NYS Teaching Certification required or in process at time of hire. Successful completion of certification required within six months of hire date.
Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Relevant teaching experience (three years minimum).

Nice To Haves

Experience in PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention Supports) and Restorative Practice.
Self-motived, strong verbal and writing skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

Exercises full compliance with the Agency’s Code of Conduct, all Agency policies and procedures and Federal and State laws and regulations.
Maintains confidentiality and security for all client and staff related materials and/or records.
Creates a mutually respectfully safe and supportive learning environment that is inclusive of every student.
Manages the learning environment and student’s behavior in the classroom by establishing, promoting, and enforcing school rules, procedures and expectations.
Maintains productive learning environment within the classroom.
Knowledge of IEP’s, report cards and transcripts.
Attends staff/team meetings on regular bases and contributes appropriately to the team.
Demonstrates, promotes and practices cultural sensitivity towards students and staff through respect and understanding achieved through training and Agency cultural activities.
Conducts themselves in a professional manner demonstrating ethical and professional conduct throughout the agency.
Gives input and feedback when necessary in regards to safety concerns to appropriate team members in the school and across the agency.
Participate in department and agency school meetings.
Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents and districts.
Other tasks and duties given by supervisor.
Fulfills all legal requirements as a Mandated Reporter under NYS law and professional ethical standards.