English-Sr High (2027-2028 School Year)

Wichita Public School•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The English Language Arts Teacher teaches and facilitates learning at the high school level while maintaining students’ academic progress, discipline, and records. The teacher works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education that meets the needs of all students. The role involves contact with students, instructional staff, administrators, and the community, including working with a diverse population and handling situations with tact and diplomacy. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties during scheduled hours unless approved leave is granted, obtain prior approval for deviations from assigned hours, and maintain professional, position-appropriate appearance and conduct. Limited travel between schools is required. The position is exempt under FLSA.

Requirements

Current Kansas State teaching license.
English Language Arts endorsement.
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability and patience to work interactively with students.
Organization, time-management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to deliver instruction in accordance with the improved curriculum and standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to understand the individual needs of each student.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.
Ability to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
Ability to stand for long periods; bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

Teach through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in assigned subjects.
Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects, and communicate them to students.
Collaborate and communicate with staff to meet students’ educational needs.
Create, administer, and grade tests to evaluate student progress.
Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to maintain order.
Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on student progress; discuss students’ problems and progress with parents and staff.
Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
Prepare classroom instruction to promote student success on state assessment exams.
Observe, enforce, and follow school district policies, rules, and regulations.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
Use equipment in compliance with WPS guidelines.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance and work assigned scheduled hours, subject to approved leave and prior approval for schedule deviations.