English Teacher

West Ada School District•BOISE, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The English Teacher supports and guides secondary students toward their intellectual, emotional, social, and academic potential through high-quality instruction aligned with District curriculum and educational standards. The teacher plans and delivers instruction, assesses student learning, maintains a structured and positive classroom, and supports students’ academic and developmental needs. The position collaborates with colleagues, families, and District staff and follows District policies, school expectations, and applicable legal and safety requirements. The teacher works under the direction of the School Principal and designee and may receive support from District-level curriculum coordinators, instructional coaches, academic specialists, and other designated leaders. Employment follows a 188-day working calendar. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.

Requirements

Valid teaching certification, as required by the State of Idaho, for the assigned position.
Knowledge of effective secondary school instruction, adolescent development, and age-appropriate instructional strategies.
Knowledge of District-approved curriculum, instructional frameworks, and assessment practices aligned with state standards.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction, classroom management, and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Knowledge of social-emotional learning practices and strategies that support student engagement, behavior, and well-being.
Knowledge of assessment and progress-monitoring techniques to inform instruction and support student growth.
Knowledge of legal and ethical responsibilities concerning student supervision, confidentiality, mandatory reporting, and educator conduct.
Ability to plan and deliver clear, engaging instruction for secondary students’ academic and developmental needs.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, with students, families, colleagues, and supervisors.
Ability to establish positive, professional, and cooperative working relationships.
Ability to manage classroom behavior using proactive strategies and sound judgment.
Ability to observe, supervise, and monitor student behavior and activities throughout the instructional day.
Ability to maintain student safety and respond appropriately to emergencies, including evacuations and lockdowns.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student, school, and family information.
Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, punctuality, and ethical conduct.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply work-related materials, policies, and procedures.
Ability to participate in professional learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Sufficient speech, hearing, vision, manual dexterity, mobility, flexibility, and balance to perform the stated job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds and to respond and protect in an emergency.
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, lift, and grasp, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Valid Idaho driver’s license and a vehicle to drive and/or ability to provide own transportation for job-related activities.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and deliver instruction aligned with District-approved curriculum, instructional frameworks, and state standards.
Develop and maintain lesson plans, including substitute lesson plans, with clear objectives that address students’ academic needs, interests, and developmental levels.
Use varied instructional strategies, including direct instruction, discussion, projects, hands-on activities, experiments, and technology-enhanced learning.
Differentiate instruction and adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
Create and maintain a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment appropriate to adolescent learners.
Assess student learning, assign and evaluate student work, provide timely feedback, and prepare required progress reports.
Administer District- and State-required assessments and standardized testing according to established procedures.
Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning, including participating in Building Study Teams, Special Education meetings, and other student support processes as requested.
Communicate with students, parents or guardians, and staff about student progress, behavior, and academic needs.
Establish and enforce classroom expectations and school rules, supervise students, and address behavioral and academic concerns with appropriate staff.
Supervise and support assigned instructional aides, volunteers, or student teachers, as applicable.
Maintain accurate records related to attendance, grades, progress, and instructional materials in accordance with District and legal requirements.
Follow safety procedures, including emergency, evacuation, and lockdown protocols, and take reasonable precautions to protect students, facilities, and equipment.
Participate in assigned co-curricular activities, faculty meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
Perform related duties assigned by the building principal.