Teacher - Language Arts Middle Junior

Polk County Public Schools•Bartow, FL

About The Position

This position exists to ensure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and implements instruction aligned with the district’s philosophy, goals, and adopted courses of study, adapting programs to students’ individual needs and using effective teaching strategies. The role also supports curriculum development, manages a safe and productive classroom, communicates and cooperates with families and staff, pursues professional growth, and regularly evaluates student learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be certified, qualified, and highly qualified as defined by the assigned course code(s).
Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing student services.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer testing instruments as required.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction aligned with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans and assignments that use effective teaching strategies, maximize time on task, and address individual student needs.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and encourage student enthusiasm and good study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports, prepare substitute information as requested, and assign purposeful work to paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed.
Recognize learning problems and make referrals when appropriate.
Maintain subject-matter knowledge and contribute to ongoing curriculum review and revision.
Assist with selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials, and identify supplemental services that may benefit students.
Establish and consistently apply reasonable classroom behavior rules and discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students and school property, and supervise students in assigned areas and when circumstances require.
Uphold and enforce board policy, administrative procedures, school rules, and regulations; maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of planning time.
Communicate positively about the school program and work cooperatively with parents and other staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; maintain relevant professional memberships and cooperate with in-service training planning.
Attend staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
Evaluate student achievement regularly using multiple assessment methods and adjust instruction based on results.
Maintain accountability for the instructional program and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher records and information.
Perform other duties as assigned.