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Teacher, High School English/Language Arts

location
Kent, Washington, West, USA
Start date
Start May 2016
1
  • High School
  • Licensed Teacher
  • Bachelor

ASSIGNMENT: 

 Teaching English/Language Arts to high school students; grades 9 -12. 

This assignment may involve working with students individually, in small groups, or entire classes, or targeting students identified as below standard in tiered intervention classes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Valid Washington State certification with appropriate endorsements required and must be on file prior to beginning work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Major or minor in English

Demonstrated strong communication skills

Must maintain positive learning environment and have ability to relate to all students, parents and colleagues

Candidate should be knowledgeable of differing student learning styles and cooperative learning and teaching students of varying abilities

Excellent management skills

Excellent technology skills and can use and incorporate computers/technology into curriculum

Strong background in curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Experience working with high school students

Experience working with a diverse student population and the specific school demographics

The willingness or qualifications of an applicant to coach or supervise activities and/or sports in addition to his/her teaching responsibilities will be considered.

Desired teacher characteristics are:  flexibility; ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals; enthusiasm; ability to express ideas clearly and understand concepts being discussed; ability to learn new ideas and skills; ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students; knowledge of current approaches to teaching; and willingness to model behavior deemed appropriate by the school district and the community.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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