English Language Arts Teacher: Immediate Opening (Middle/High School))
Madina Academy · Windsor, CT
Apply & track with Apply EdgeWe are looking to employ an English teacher with an outstanding track record of teaching Englishlessons to students in Middle School and High School. The English teacher will be responsible forteaching reading, writing, and speaking skills.To prepare and provide grade-relevant learning activities that enable students to learn theprinciples of the English language including the rules of grammar and syntax, to develop anunderstanding and appreciation of literature, and to advance students' verbal and writtencommunication abilities.Main Job Duties and Responsibilities• Plan and prepare lesson plans that meet core objectives and principles and are in line withthe curriculum goals• Prepare instructional aids and supplemental teaching materials and resources consistentwith learning objectives and student needs• Select and requisition appropriate books, instructional aids, and school supplies as needed• Deliver lessons using a variety of differentiated instructional techniques that areappropriate to the academic level and meet the diverse needs of students• Maximize the appropriate use of technology in the classroom as an instructional tool• Teach grammar and syntax, vocabulary and word usage, and other principles of the Englishlanguage• Promote students' understanding of and appreciation of literature• Develop students' verbal skills including reading out loud, discussion, and debate• Develop students' writing skills• Encourage the development of critical thinking skills• Create a safe and flexible classroom environment conducive to optimal student learning• Help students to work independently and collaboratively in groups• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior that conform to School policies andpromote learning in the classroom• Encourage student responsibility, cooperation, tolerance and mutual respect in a mannerconsistent with School policies and procedures• Establish and monitor appropriate behavior of students in extra-curricular activities• Track and monitor student learning using a variety of techniques• Prepare and administer assessments that are curriculum-aligned• Grade assessments• Monitor performance and progress and modify instructional methods to meet individualneeds where necessary• Foster good working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, and otherstakeholders to support the development and well-being of the students• Keep parents or guardians informed of students' academic progress and social andbehavioral issues• Coordinate parent/teacher conferences to review students' progress• Maintain accurate and complete student records including attendance, grades, assessmentsand test scores as required by school procedures and regulations• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions• Undertake professional development activities to ensure continued professional growthand development of teaching skillsEducation, Qualifications and Experience• Bachelor's degree in English teaching• Solid grounding in classroom management and school procedures• Solid knowledge of subject matter including subject-specific curriculum and assessments• Proficient in the use of technology and computer applications as required• Up-to-date with latest teaching techniques and topics in English instructionKey Skills and Competencies• Outstanding communication skills• Planning and organizational skills• Creative and innovative• Adaptability• Collaborative skills• Data management and analysis• Able to maintain a high standard of professional conduct• Able to handle stress• Compensation is based on the candidate's educational qualifications, degrees,certifications, and relevant professional experience. Please refer to Madina Academy'ssalary table on our website for the applicable salary range.• Foreign degrees and certifications must be evaluated by an accredited credentialevaluation organization.Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Options AvailableInterested candidates should contact hr@madinaacademy.org.