High School English Language Arts Teacher

DESCRIPTION:

Everett High School English Language Arts teachers are responsible for utilizing research-based pedagogical strategies to teach and engage diverse groups of students in grades 9-12. High School ELA teachers must work collaboratively with the EHS ELA Department Chair and colleagues throughout the year to continually improve the literacy skills, academic performance, and educational experience of our students.

Teachers should be well versed in Massachusetts High School ELA Standards, as well as Sheltered English Instruction (SEI) practices, Depth of Knowledge, and best practices in teaching literacy to ensure access to content for all students. Teachers must exercise culturally responsive practices to promote equity and respect for all students. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature/Language 
• Massachusetts Teaching Licensure
• SEI Endorsement

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree in Education and/or English Literature/Language
• 3 or more years of high school teaching experience
• Dual Licensure in Special Education and/or English as a Second Language
• Experience working in an urban public schools setting
• Foreign Language Proficiency

DUTIES:

• Plan and facilitate ELA lessons that are aligned with state standards and district curriculum, using High Quality Instructional Materials from the approved Savvas (grades 9-10) or StudySync (grades 11-12) curriculum.
• Manage classroom culture with Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies that motivate students and limit disruptions.
• Collaborate with other members of the grade level team, including special education teachers, EL teachers, counselors, deans, and support staff, to support student success.
• Plan and deliver inclusive practices and SEI strategies for students on IEPs and English Learners.
• Utilize available data to make instructional decisions that target the academic and literacy needs of students.
• Incorporate language activities from common curriculum materials into ELA instruction including S
• peaking, Listening, Reading and Writing activities that align with State Standards for Language Proficiency.
• Administer common assessments for students in grades 9-12 including IXL beginning, middle, and end of year diagnostics; common objective and summative assessments for each unit of study; common midterm and final exams; MCAS; and ACCESS.
• Communicate with families on a regular basis using culturally responsive strategies that promote 
• two-way conversations.
• Employ a strong growth mindset and participate in professional development that is relevant to improving literacy in students in urban environments in order to close opportunity gaps.
• Advise a group of students through the My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) program throughout their high school career.
• Collaborate with counselors to refer and support students who are in need of SEL interventions.
• Collaborate with Special Education leadership and teacher colleagues to review IEPs and ensure all accommodations are properly and consistently delivered.
• Maintain accurate records relative to student attendance and classroom performance.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events which may be assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal, or Department Chair.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

In accordance with the Everett Public School’s Teachers Association Contract.

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.