HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

• Recent training and/or knowledge regarding current trends in the teaching of English. Including use of a variety of approaches in the assessment of writing.

• Ability to relate the English classroom to the real world.

• Knowledge and experience with instruction aligned with common core state standards.

• Teachers will center instruction on high expectations for student achievement by establishing a culture for learning, providing clear communication with students and engaging students in learning.

• Teachers will demonstrate effective teaching practices through use of effective questioning and discussion techniques and reflection on teaching.

• Teachers will recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs. This will be demonstrated through knowledge of students and demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.

• Teachers will provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum through knowledge of content and pedagogy, setting instructional outcomes, knowledge of resources and designing coherent instruction.

• Teachers will foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment through creating an environment of respect and rapport, managing classroom procedures, student behavior and organizing a safe physical space for student learning.

• Teachers will use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning. Teachers will design student assessments, use assessment in instruction, and maintain accurate student records.

• Teachers will communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community through effective and ongoing communication.

• Teachers will exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning.

• Teachers will participate in a professional community, expected to grow and develop professionally and demonstrate professionalism.

• Teachers will annually establish student growth goals to ensure student growth over time.

• Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.

• Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.

• Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with an endorsement in english.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.