Language Arts Teacher - 7th Grade - Interim @ Mt Holly Middle

Gaston County Schools • Mount Holly, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Language Arts Teacher plans, organizes, and presents instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills contributing to their educational and social development. This is a 7th-grade interim position at Mt Holly Middle. The teacher follows the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core, assesses student progress, adapts instruction to individual needs, communicates with families, and supports students’ academic and social growth. The role also involves collaboration with staff and administrators, maintaining professional competence, and carrying out other assigned duties. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree and be fully licensed as an English Teacher (00100) or eligible for licensure; middle-school candidates must also be fully licensed in 78180 or eligible for licensure. A strong background in the North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core is required. If offered the position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Must be fully licensed as an English Teacher (00100) or eligible for licensure.
• For middle school, must be fully licensed in 78180 or eligible for licensure.
• Strong background in the North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core.
• Skilled in assessment and using assessment data for teaching and learning.
• Ability to meet the needs of all learners and plan, coordinate, and continuously improve instruction.
• Ability to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make appropriate decisions based on facts.
• Ability to develop and compile records and reports; prepare correspondence, forms, instructional materials, and simple reports in the prescribed format.
• Ability to communicate, explain procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with parents, students, teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to manage instructional time, student behavior, and student performance.
• Ability to consult with parents, teachers, and the community to enhance student learning.
• Ability to perform non-instructional duties and understand the growth and development of assigned students.
• Must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test if offered the position.
• Must meet the stated physical requirements, including standing and walking regularly; using hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; occasionally sitting, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Experience with Smartboard© and other forms of technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core.
• Develop and use instructional materials suited to students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
• Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet students’ individual needs and motivate them.
• Establish and maintain student-control standards that support effective participation in activities.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth and maintain appropriate records.
• Provide instruction and activities that support school and district policies, goals, and objectives.
• Communicate with parents through a variety of means and hold conferences to discuss student progress and explain the school program.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff to assess and help address health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create an effective learning environment, including functional and attractive displays such as bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through district in-service activities, professional growth activities, and university courses.
• Work with the appropriate administrator to develop an evaluation method consistent with district guidelines.
• Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
• Cooperate in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities.
• Participate in faculty and/or district committees and sponsor student activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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