POSITION TITLE:          Middle School English Teacher 

FLSA:                             Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:        Must hold or be eligible for proper state certification

REPORTS TO:                Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines and requirements of the district and state

2. Complies with school and School Board policies and regulations

3. Demonstrates mastery of the content area

4. Maintains discipline in the classroom in an effort to maximize learning

5. Uses instructional and planning time effectively

6. Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of students

7. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops

8. Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities

9. Works cooperatively with the administration and collegial peers for the overall successful operation of the school

10. Develops and maintains a physical environment of the classroom conducive to effective learning

11. Maintains accurate records and reports implemented by the administration

12. Demonstrates professional growth

13. Performs other duties as may be assigned

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:   

1. Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
2. Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
5. Serve on committees as assigned.
6. Remain current on instructional practices in education.  (e.g. instructional technology)