Position Type:
High School Teaching/English

Date Posted:
12/14/2018

Location:
Proviso Math & Science Academy

Date Available:
Upon Approval

Closing Date:
Until Filled

POSITION TITLE: Teacher - English
REPORTS TO: Department Chair
Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience or Training
Valid Illinois Professional Educators License with endorsement in English
Highly Qualified in English

Desired Experience or Training
Master's Degree
Previous high school teaching experience
Previous Advanced Placement teaching experience
Previous Experience teaching International Baccalaureate (IB) Course(s)
Ability to teach high-level rigorous courses POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD

1. Teach to prescribed outcomes and goalsUse instructional methods that improve student achievementAssign and evaluate appropriate student workInvolve students in learningMake effective use of entire class periodUse appropriate school support and resource materialsConvey to students learning goals and the importance of material learnedBe clear in explanations and directionsProvide continuity in learning activitiesChallenge students by using appropriate questioning strategiesSpeak clearly, audibly, and fluentlyAdjust the teaching pace to assure maximum student understandingProvide appropriate remedial and/or enrichment material whenever necessaryCommunicate high expectations for student performance

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING

1. Establish a positive and safe learning environment
2. Revise lesson plans as needed
3. Plan instructional examples, illustrations, and time for questions into lessons
4. Address different styles of learning by employing a variety of instructional techniques and materials
5. Be creative and innovative in the use of curricular and instructional materials

SUBJECT MATTER

1. Demonstrate command of subject areas crucial to instructional effectiveness
2. Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary instructional research related to the subject area and to the teaching of diverse students
3. Remain current in the assigned content area and in the profession
4. Demonstrate enthusiasm about subject matter

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

1. Develop, communicate, and enforce a set of classroom rules, policies, procedures, and expectations which are consistent with school and department policies and with learning outcomes
2. Monitor student behavior for compliance with classroom rules
3. Reinforce/reward appropriate social and academic behavior
4. Respond to behavior problems quickly and appropriately
5. Have necessary material and equipment available and ensure their appropriate use and care
6. Provide and distribute necessary classroom materials in an orderly and efficient manner
7. Interact with students in ways which are respectful and friendly, and which reflect an understanding of cultural differences