Anticipated Middle School English Language Arts Teacher 6-8 Grade

Wickenburg USD 9•Buckeye, AZ

About The Position

WUSD is a 4 day week district. Teachers will work 9 hour days, Monday - Thursday. There are 7 professional development days in the year that will take place on one Friday per month. We are creating excelling schools where there is a laser-like focus on the Essential Elements of Instruction and moving each student to the next academic level. POSITION SUMMARY: To create a flexible middle school program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for secondary education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Valid and Proper Arizona Certification
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Computer Skills – Demonstrated competency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and typing.
Communication Skills – Ability to effectively read and interpret general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals. Ability to effectively write general correspondence and speak effectively with others.
Math Ability – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to effectively interpret assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms. Ability to apply reason to research and solve moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

Teaches district approved curriculum using Beyond Textbooks and other District approved resources
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans
Remains available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
Plans and coordinates the work of teacher aides, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student
Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student work
Complies with all rules, regulations and policies of the Governing Board
Other job related duties as assigned.