6th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Job Title: 6th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Location: Oregon City Schools

Position Type: Full-time

Job Summary: We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated teacher to join our educational team. The teacher will be responsible for creating a positive and productive learning environment, planning and delivering engaging lessons, and providing individualized support to students. The ideal candidate will foster a love for learning and help students develop the skills necessary for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lesson Planning: Develop and implement engaging and effective lesson plans that align with the curriculum and meet the diverse needs of students.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning by using effective classroom management techniques.
• Student Assessment: Regularly assess student progress through tests, quizzes, projects, and observations, providing constructive feedback.
• Instructional Support: Provide differentiated instruction and support to students with varying abilities and learning styles.
• Student Engagement: Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture, encouraging active participation and promoting students’ self-confidence and motivation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure students' academic and personal development.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on best teaching practices, participate in training sessions, and engage in continuous learning to improve teaching skills.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and assessments.
• Extra-Curricular Participation: Be willing to support and participate in extracurricular activities, including field trips, school events, or after-school programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• Ohio Teaching license in the appropriate teaching area.
• Strong understanding of child development, classroom management techniques, and educational strategies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students from different backgrounds.
• Proficient in using technology to support teaching and learning.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others.

Work Environment:

• Classroom environment with occasional outdoor activities (field trips, events, etc.).
• Interaction with students, parents, colleagues, and school administrators.
• Contract and work year will be in accordance with the negotiated contract between the Oregon City Schools and the Oregon Federation of Teachers.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit all requested information to the District on-line application system at https://www.applitrack.com/oregon/onlineapp/default.aspx. This website can be accessed through our District website (https://www.oregoncityschools.org/en-US).