Language Arts Teacher

Junction City Sd 69 • Junction City, OR

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The person in this position is under the general supervision of the building principal and is responsible for teaching middle school level English/Language Arts courses aligned with Oregon Middle School and Common Core State Standards. This individual must work cooperatively with other members of the staff as a member of the LA Professional Learning Community, to provide students with a well-planned and organized instructional program utilizing effective school practices.

Requirements

• Current Oregon Teaching License with appropriate English/Language Arts endorsement meeting Highly Qualified Teacher standards.
• Demonstrated positive classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in instruction / learning methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated understanding and judgment regarding student safety.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively and collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, administrators, students, parents, and patrons.
• Ability to meet the Junction City School District Standards of Competent Teacher Performance and the Oregon Standards for Professional Educators.
• Ability to know, understand, and adhere to school rules and District policies.

Nice To Haves

• Successful E/LA teaching experience in grades 6-8.
• Knowledge and experience with proficiency-based teaching and learning, and standards-based grading.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current first aid/CPR card.
• Willingness to immerse in the culture and traditions of Oaklea MS.
• Ability to positively engage middle school students in Language Arts instruction, including reading & writing.

Responsibilities

• Teaching middle school level English/Language Arts courses aligned with Oregon Middle School and Common Core State Standards.
• Working cooperatively with other members of the staff as a member of the LA Professional Learning Community.
• Providing students with a well-planned and organized instructional program utilizing effective school practices.
• Positively engaging middle school students in Language Arts instruction, including reading & writing.
• Evaluating the educational strengths and needs of students.
• Conveying to parents and teachers the students’ learning abilities and needs.
• Planning and implementing a demonstration lesson with OMS students and/ or submitting video of your teaching in another setting.
• Coaching and/or advising clubs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level