High School English Teacher

Messmer High School-posted 4 months ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Milwaukee, WI

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Messmer High School is a 9-12 grade Catholic high school that serves students and families on the northside of Milwaukee. Messmer High School currently enrolls over 500 students. 80% of our students attend college. African American students comprise 85% of the student body and over 80% of students qualify for free/reduced meals. Regardless of student background and external factors, MHS maintains high expectations for students. The High School English Teacher will be motivated and has a desire to make a positive impact on high school students while keeping a focus on academic success and help students achieve their fullest potential. The High School English Teacher will engage positively and professionally with the high school team to create a positive culture and ensure student success.

Experience working with teenage students of varying abilities
Utilize a variety of assessments to best measure students’ growth, mastery, and proficiency.
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) being taught.
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.

Bachelor in Education, with a English emphasis
MUST hold or be eligible to obtain a DPI English Education (1300) or have a Bachelor’s degree and be working towards licensure
Prefer 1-2 years of experience in education, preferably in an urban city classroom and realizing significant gains; however, not necessary

Must be mission-driven, demonstrate highest integrity, and be able to live the value, beliefs, and culture of Messmer High School
Relentless pursuit of high expectations
Proven ability in using student level data to guide instructional decisions
Excellent written, verbal communication, and listening skills with keen attention to detail
Lifelong learner who is reflective and always looking to improve

Life, health, dental, and vision insurance
403b matching program
Flexible spending or health savings accounts
Annual tuition reimbursement program

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