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High School English Language Arts Teacher

High School English Language Arts Teacher, St. Paul

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Job Title: High School ELA Teacher
Location: 1515 Brewster St
                St. Paul, MN, 55108
Employee Type: School Year
Job Category: Teacher
Required Degree: 4 Year Degree
       
Brief Description
 
Responsible for instructing high school students from grades 9-12. Create a flexible classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Instruct students in the subject area of ELA and create a well-rounded comprehensive instructional program. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for further education. Establish collaborative relationships with parents and other staff members.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: Current MN teaching license in communication arts and literature for grades 9-12

Preferred Qualifications:
o   3+ years of teaching experience
o   Experience working with children of diverse ethnic backgrounds in an urban school setting

Summary
 
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; Teacher Duty Days per the School Calendar
Pay: Starting salary is based on college degrees, certifications and K-12 teaching experience in the U.S.
Benefits: A benefit summary is available at www.hcpak12.org/Page/136

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·        Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
·        Knowledge of instructional technologies.
·        Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles.
·        Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
·        Knowledge of the core curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
·        Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities.
·        Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
·        Provides differentiated instructional methods and content to ensure student mastery of content
·        Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
·        Ability to implement classroom activities that foster problem solving and critical thinking
·        Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
·        Ability to evaluate student performance and to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
·        Promotes a learning environment that is welcoming, respectful, friendly and academically challenging
·        Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
·        Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
·        Ability to work in a cooperative and collaborative learning environment.
·        Excellent organizational skills.
 
Responsibilities:

·        Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
·        Support the Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned
·        Evaluate student performance in accordance with systems used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
·        Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
·        Maintain accurate records including but not limited to attendance, grades, assessments and lesson plans via Schoology and/or PowerSchool
·        Via Schoology, ensure all online class resources are current
·        Connect with families via phone calls, emails, conferences and school events
·        Foster a social environment with students to develop trust, respect, friendships and self-discovery
·        Participate in professional development meetings/clusters providing student work when requested.
·        Implement new learning in the classroom following professional development.
·        Develop and work on new learning based on self-assessment, input from teacher leaders and director of teaching and learning.
·        Utilize student achievement data to address strengths and weaknesses of students and guide instructional decisions.
·        Adhere to MN Teachers Code of Conduct
·        Volunteer for a minimum of three activities which take place outside of the normal school day. 
·        Supervise student activities which may include – bus duties, breakfast/lunch supervision and hall monitoring
·        Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting
·        Other related duties as assigned
 
Other Information:

o   Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. Official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of start date.
o   Reference and criminal background checks will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Hmong College Prep Academy District is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

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