5th Grade ELA - South Mountain at EAGLE College Prep Schools

Phoenix, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Strategies, Classroom Management, Data Analysis, Student Assessment, Differentiated Instruction, Parent Communication, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Virtual Learning Technology, Curriculum Implementation, Student Recruitment, Behavior Management, Educational Leadership, Interpersonal Communication

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

5th Grade ELA Job Purpose Under the direction of the Principal, the Lead Teacher will lead the instruction and training of scholars in his or her classroom and/or assigned grade level(s). The Lead Teacher will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to ensure that academic success and character development are achieved by all scholars in the classroom. Essential Responsibilities * Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential * Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals * Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences * Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding * Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions * Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc. * Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle * Provide reasonable vigilance for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions * Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments * Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations * Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development * Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families * Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities * Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events * Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours * Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed * Perform other duties as requested or required Competencies Serving Leader * Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions Collaborative Relationships * Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families * Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities Resource Management * Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc. Forming Character * Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions * Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations * Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development Academic Excellence * Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential * Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle * Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments Qualifications * Strong instructional and classroom management skills * Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent required * State Teacher Certification * Specialty or highly qualified credential preferred * At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus * Experience working with students and families in urban communities * Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook * Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning * Proven track record of student achievement results Personal Qualities * Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Expecting Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis * Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles * Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills * Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child * Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education * Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher is responsible for delivering rigorous ELA instruction and managing a structured classroom environment to ensure academic and character growth. They must track student progress through data analysis and maintain strong relationships with scholars, parents, and administration.