Title Code:

Teacher: English Language Arts

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY
Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

Evenings/Nights
Outside of normal business hours
Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan; plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and instructional materials and establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.
Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers. Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.
Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.
Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities.
Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives. Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise.
Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation.
Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods. May serve on special committees.
Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

One (1) year experience with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools, if assigned to Virtual Academy required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of school organization; goals and objectives; curriculum; teaching techniques; current trends, research and materials of instruction in field of specialization. Understanding of the teaching/learning process.
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents and community.
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse communities and develop outreach strategies to encourage parental involvement in student learning.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and engage diverse parents/ guardians with varied communication styles, levels of skill and experience to support their child’s education experience.
Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
Ability to travel to/from Maryland Sites as necessary at the expense of the employee is required for in-person appearances at various intervals throughout the duration of the school-year.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

Bilingual/Biliterate If assigned to bilingual program, bilingual and biliterate in targeted language required.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Professional Certificate appropriate to the assigned teaching content area issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

LEADERSHIP ROLE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

None:

Travel Requirements

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:	10/1/2021
Established Date:	1/1/2015
Title Code:	C21843
Title:	TEACHER: ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Alternate Title:	Teacher: English Language Arts
Reports to Generic:	Principal;Principal: Virtual Academy
Reports to Specific:	PRINCIPAL; PRINCIPAL: VIRTUAL ACADEMY

ORGANIZATION

Division:	Academics
Business Unit:	Curriculum & Assessments
Department:
Negotiated Agreement:	Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:	I
Days Worked:	191; 193; 260
FLSA Exemption Status:	Exempt
Grade:	TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG10;TG05;TG06;TG07 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 1 - Teachers)
Essential Job:
Months Worked:	10;12
Hours Worked:	7.5
Job Family:	Educational Services
Sub-Function:	Teacher