ELA-Sr High (2026-2027 School Year)

DescriptionJob Title: English Language Arts Teacher-Sr HighPosition Function: Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students at the high school grade level. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesInstructs through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as English, mathematics, or social studiesEstablishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate those objectives to studentsCollaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of studentsCreates, administers, and grades tests to evaluation student progressEstablishes and enforces rules and procedures which help to maintain order in the classroomObserves, evaluates, and prepares reports on the progress of students. Discusses students’ problems and progress with parents and staffParticipates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshopsPrepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment examsObserves, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school districtAdditional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisorsEquipment: Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use.Travel: Limited travel between schools is required.Physical And Mental DemandsMust be able to respond rapidly in emergency situationsMust be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, twist balance, stoop, climb steps, reach overhead, lift up to 20 poundsKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogyKnowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and studentsAbility and patience to work interactively with studentsOrganization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standardsExcellent skills in verbal and written communicationAbility to understand the individual needs of each studentAbility to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information systemQualificationsInterrelations:Contact with students, instructional staff, administrators and the community. Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.Must exhibit a professional manner and maintain a positive attitude at all timesEmployee Punctuality And AppearanceIn order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leaveAny deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administratorAll employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their positionQualification ProfileCurrent Kansas State teaching licenseEnglish Language Arts endorsement requiredFLSA Status: Exempt