Middle School English Language Arts ELA Teacher

Renaissance Charter School at West Palm Beach•West Palm Beach, FL

20h

About The Position

The Middle School English Language Arts Teacher creates and implements a flexible program and classroom environment that supports student learning and personal growth. The teacher develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, builds effective relationships with students, staff, and parents, and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge in accordance with their abilities. Instruction is designed to provide an effective educational foundation and includes real-world, application-based learning opportunities. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with the company's philosophy and adopted courses of study; uses differentiated instruction and varied learning modalities; assesses student learning and needs; maintains accurate student records; and supports students in preparing for state assessments. The role also includes fostering a safe, orderly, and learning-focused classroom, communicating with families, collaborating with school staff, and contributing to curriculum development and school culture. The position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent, valid teaching certification as appropriate, and one to three years of successful teaching experience, which may include a student-teaching internship. Florida teaching certification is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent.
Valid teaching certification as appropriate; Florida teaching certification is required.
One to three years of successful teaching experience; student-teaching internship experience may count.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Command of grade- and subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques.
Understanding of and commitment to company values.
Successful criminal and employment background check.
Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
Adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, written, listening, negotiating, and influencing skills.
Ability to attend work consistently and punctually, follow instructions and management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), student information systems (SIS), and email communications.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction consistent with the company's philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Present subject matter using real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
Review student records to understand student abilities and needs, and maintain accurate and complete records.
Use varied learning modalities, differentiated instruction, and frequent diagnostic assessments.
Assess student strengths and weaknesses, provide appropriate activities, and prepare progress reports as required.
Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
Coordinate class field trips as required.
Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
Maintain current subject-matter and learning-theory knowledge and contribute to ongoing curriculum improvement and revision.
Assist with selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Identify supplemental services that may benefit students beyond regular classroom activities.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
Maintain positive rapport with students and demonstrate patience and appropriate nurturing.
Keep the classroom clean and safe and display student work as appropriate.
Implement policies governing student conduct and maintain classroom order fairly and consistently.
Plan individual and group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
Prepare for assigned classes and provide evidence of preparation when requested.
Participate in curriculum planning with other staff during designated meetings.
Incorporate diagnostic information from students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into planning as required.
Take necessary precautions to protect instructional supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish cooperative relations and communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents or guardians through appropriate means.
Cooperate with administrators, staff, and CSUSA colleagues; maintain confidentiality regarding student records.
Participate in parent communication activities and extracurricular activities as required.
Demonstrate commitment to the company's mission and values, including academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth.
Use time-management and organizational skills to prioritize effectively and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Use Microsoft Office, student information systems, and email communications proficiently.
Promote quality, accuracy, thoroughness, best practices, and positive character education.
Perform other duties as assigned.