The Joy School

Unlocking A Child’s Learning Potential

Title: ELA Teacher (Upper Elementary)

Reports to: Upper Elementary Principal

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Plan and provide ELA and social studies instruction for two classes of up to eight fourth and/or fifth grade students
• Contribute to a safe, supportive school environment for both students and parents by leading with compassion and integrity in all situations while at the same time maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Meet professional obligations both in and out of the classroom, including but not limited to assigned duties, meetings, parent conferences, in-service training, and school events
• Contribute to a positive faculty culture by building collaborative, collegial, and respectful relationships with colleagues and overtly supporting fellow teachers, administrators, and the board
• Uphold professional standards of appearance, courtesy, responsiveness, discretion, punctuality, and attendance and demonstrate a high standard of personal character and conduct at all times
• Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction specifically adapted to the instructional needs of each student
• Demonstrate skill at setting high, but not uniform, academic and behavioral standards and expectations for all students
• Demonstrate through words and actions a genuine, believable commitment to the school, its mission, its students, its faculty and its leadership

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required with teacher certification preferred
• Three to five years of relative classroom experience required
• Comfort in teaching a range of grade levels and content areas
• Experience working with diverse learners
• Knowledge of learning differences and the ability to differentiate instruction in the classroom based on those needs
• Strong ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
• Analytical approach to curriculum, instructional methods, and students
• Flexibility as it relates to classroom management, pacing of curriculum, and student expectations
• Compassion for students, parents, and colleagues

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