MS English & History

St Benedict's Episcopal Day School•Smyrna, GA

16h

About The Position

St Benedict’s Middle School Program serves students in 6th – 8th grades. The Language Arts/History Teacher is given the duty of leading the classroom in instructing students on such a level as to allow them to obtain proficiency in their subject levels at a grade appropriate level. Responsible for creating lesson plans, positive classroom management, instructs students on Language Arts and History, and creates a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program, carried through per school requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, History or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Three to five years teaching experience at the middle school level, preferably in an independent school setting.
Strong knowledge in subject matter.
Working knowledge of Google Classroom and Google documents.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or other similar programs; Renweb experience a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Must work well as part of a small team.
Ability to stand for long periods of time while instructing; excellent hearing abilities; physical ability to transport students from one area of a building/campus to another; physical ability to move into different learning spaces.
Superior time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines and be flexible
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Administration.

Nice To Haves

Georgia Teaching Certification a plus.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or other similar programs; Renweb experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Teach Language Arts and History daily to students in middle school.
Lead a homeroom.
Engage with students in a positive, developing, way.
Partner in planning scope and sequence for Language Arts and History curriculum for appropriate grade.
Assure the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care.
Follow all St. Benedict's policies and procedures and written work plans. Exhibits a genuine nurturing, caring attitude to all children.
Positive management of the learning environment
Monitoring and management of students’ behavior, including appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
Maintain a cooperative attitude of working together with the other teachers, volunteers, parents, and program specialists in planning and implementing activities.
Maintaining child progress in confidential classroom folders and communicating children’s progress with parents at parent-teacher conference time and regularly as required throughout the year.
Development and implementation of written lesson plans.
Promoting student engagement in order to assess and encourage progress
Supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
Maintaining a healthy learning environment for the students in both the classroom as well as instruction
Following professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students’ records, parents and colleagues
Maintaining a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students
Providing adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers
Contribute to maintaining accurate, complete and appropriate records and files
Attending and participating in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings, school activities, and professional development according to school policy
Assuming responsibility for supervision of students in out-of-class settings, such as field trips or recess
Showing support and high esteem for St. Benedict’s Episcopal School at all times
Complying with conditions as stated in employee contract and handbook
Modeling appropriate behavior in speech and actions
Be evaluated throughout the year through informal and formal classroom observation.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in performing their duties as teachers.
Any other duties as assigned