Job Description
Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of Academic Leadership, the ELA teacher is responsible for creating an environment that supports a culture of learning and embraces student achievement in all subject areas. This includes creating classroom lesson plans, administering recognition, modeling exemplary behavior, and facilitating/instructing on all subject areas as it aligns with state and school standards. Additionally, he/she will create well-rounded and comprehensive instructional programs that challenge the minds of students and promote innovative classroom learning and engagement. He/she will also partner with teachers to develop consistent strategies and goals across grade levels and collaborate with Academic Coaches to develop classroom strategies.
The candidate must demonstrate a strong work ethic, have integrity, and is accountable to his/her actions. He/she will align himself/herself with the school's core principles and understand the unique challenges of an immigrant and refugee community. A successful teacher will also have experience in a high performing fast paced environment.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
- Must be licensed to teach in the state of Minnesota or can obtain license within six months of employment
- 1+ years of experience working in a classroom as a teacher, substitute teacher, paraprofessional, or student teacher
- Knowledge of MN state standards
- Ability to create and foster safe learning and working environments for families and scholars
- Ability to engage and motivate a workforce that will lead the school to achieve academic goals
- Knowledge of data analysis and applying data to decision making
- Experience working in a diverse community, particularly in a Hmong community. Preference is given to someone who speaks, writes, and reads Hmong.
- Ability to inspire, foster, and empower scholars, staff members, and parents in an academic setting.
- Ability to work in a professional and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to prioritize work urgencies and be organized.
- Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Adobe/PDF.
- Ability to compile, interpret, and present data.
- Experience facilitating large group meetings and following through with agenda items and staying on tasks.