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High School English Teacher

High School English Teacher

Linfield Christian SchoolTemecula, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title : High School EnglishTeacher

Department : High School

Reports to : Principal

Classification : Full time; Exempt

DEFINITION

Under direction, to teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in high school academic subject matter, social behavioral, and other educational skill areas; to plan, develop, organize and conduct a comprehensive educational program for high school level pupils; to assist high school level pupils; to assist high school level pupils in making appropriate life style adjustments, and in the determination of career and vocational choices and to do other related functions as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive high school education program.
  • Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
  • Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids.
  • Provides instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, school policy, and administrative regulations.
  • Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils.
  • Review, analyze and evaluate the history, background and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
  • Individualize and adapt instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.
  • Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
  • Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of referenced tests, and administers, scores, records and reports the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress.
  • Counsel, confer with and communicate with parents, and school personnel regarding pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program.
  • Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social and emotional growth opportunities.
  • Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays and independent study centers.
  • Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.
  • Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE OF

  • Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the middle school level.
  • Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of high school level pupils.
  • Academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of high school level pupils.
  • Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive high school programming.
  • Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures.

    • ABILITY TO

  • Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the high school level.
  • Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sounds instructional and educational programs.
  • Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
  • Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences.
  • Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions.
  • Work effectively with staff, students, and public.
  • Make independent decisions.
  • Work autonomously.
  • Organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks.
  • Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills.
  • Direct and instruct others.
  • Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting.

    • EDUCATION

  • Possession of a baccalaureate or higher degree with emphasis in an academic major or minor subject matter fields with the needed courses to meet credential requirements.

    • CREDENTIAL

  • General Secondary, Standard Secondary with major or minor in the assigned area, or a Single Subject in the assigned area. General Elementary, General Jr. High, Standard Elementary, or Multiple Subjects. CLAD / BCLAD certification is desirable.

    • PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

    The usual and customary methods of performing the job's function require the following physical demands : Walk, look downward, turn neck (up to continuously), sit, bend (frequently), stand, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, occasionally kneel and / or crawl. Climb (infrequently); grasp / manipulate materials & supplies (continuously); lift items to 10 pounds (frequently), carry to 10 pounds (occasionally), lift / carry to 40 pounds (infrequently), seeing, hearing and speaking continuous in class

    EXPERIENCE

  • Previous teaching experience with high school age students preferred.

    • QUALITIES

  • Exhibits a public and private, intimate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • Possesses a clear philosophy of passion for excellence in Christian Education and Linfield Christian School.
  • Fosters optimum employee / employer relationships.
  • Demonstrates integrity in leadership style and decision making.