Silver High School-Secondary ELA Teacher

Silver Consolidated Schools, NM • Silver City, NM

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About The Position

The Secondary Teacher at Silver Consolidated Schools is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing student learning experiences. The teacher will help students make appropriate choices and encourage parental involvement. The position requires maintaining a thorough understanding of subject material and creating effective student learning experiences while documenting student performance indicators and standards.

Requirements

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.

Responsibilities

• Teaches classes as scheduled.
• Creates effective student learning experiences.
• Documents student performance indicators and standards.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Analyzes student data to improve program operations and building goals.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance.
• Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area.
• Develops lesson plans that align with state standards and the district's adopted courses of study/curriculum goals.
• Evaluates the academic needs of students.
• Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning.
• Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.
• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Facilitates self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
• Plans collaborative student learning activities that encourage positive peer relationships.
• Collaborates with other staff and shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Upholds the student conduct code and implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Helps parents/students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.
• Consults with administrative staff to address student concerns.
• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
• Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
• Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed.
• Meets mandated paperwork deadlines.
• Helps prepare and implement Section 504, Individualized Education Plans (IEP), and/or other interventions for assigned students.
• Proctors district testing activities as directed.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance and prepares progress reports.
• Consults with parents as needed.
• Respects personal privacy and maintains confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety and monitors situations that may indicate a problem.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Provides prompt notification of absences and ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
• Maintains a professional appearance and wears work attire appropriate for the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree