Intermediate School English Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)
- Employer
- The Potomac School
- Location
- McLean, Virginia
- Closing date
- Aug 26, 2019
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- Industry
- Education
- Function
- School and Teaching
- Hours
- Full Time
Intermediate School English Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Teach assigned curriculum, evaluate students’ progress, inform parents of progress.
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Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction in a manner that facilitates active, student-centered
learning using various teaching methods such as discussions, group activities, and occasional lectures.
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Work with students to encourage and facilitate each individual’s growth as writers.
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Foster student progress in expository and analytical writing.
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Work closely with members of the English Department, developing curriculum and teaching strategies.
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Maintain accurate attendance records; manage classroom and discipline procedures to ensure an
environment conducive to learning; meet with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.
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Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and training workshops.
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Work in an organized, dependable, patient, and creative manner.
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Advise a small group of Intermediate School students by developing meaningful relationships with them
and supporting their academic and social-emotional growth.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree desirable.
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A minimum of two years’ of experience, preferable at the Intermediate (grade 7&8) level.
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Ability to communicate, motivate, and understand the students’ educational and emotional needs.
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Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with other teachers, support staff, parents and
members of the community.
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Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences in students and use different
teaching methods that inspire high student achievement.
The Potomac School seeks an Intermediate School English Teacher (Grade 7-8) to fill a maternity leave for the
beginning of 2019-2020 school year, from late August through end of September. This position reports to the Head
of the Intermediate School and is responsible for teaching grades 7 & 8.
In striving to fulfill its mission, The Potomac School seeks many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds. We
recognize that differences are a source of strength, and we know that everyone is enriched when each person's
contributions and perspectives are valued. To express interest in this role, please click here and apply for this position.
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