English Language Arts Teachers

A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches their subject area, following the scope and sequence for all courses; provides instruction to students in a variety of planned courses; provides the use of real life applications and simulations to instruct students in the analysis and interpretation of material being presented; instructs the use of tools, materials, processes, and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications, in the development of lessons, and uses formal and informal classroom and district assessments.

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Essential Functions

• Assesses the skill level of students and aligns classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards;

• Provides instruction in respective subject area(s);

• Provides students with instruction emphasizing real life applications and simulations;

• Teaches inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving;

• Provides technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications;

• Provides students with learning experiences requiring them to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and the ability to use technological resources in developing solutions to problems;

• Provides instruction that encourages students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning;

• Creates a classroom environment in which students have access to subject-related materials that address their needs and interests;

• Collaborates with staff members within and across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum;

• Keeps abreast of the latest developments and improvements in education as it affects the instructional program;

• Attends faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods;

• Maintains classroom discipline;

• Maintains attendance, grade(s), and other required records.

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