ELA-Middle (2026-2027 School Year)

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Instructs through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as English, mathematics, or social studies
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
• Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
• Creates, administers, and grades tests to evaluate student progress
• Establishes and enforces rules and procedures which help to maintain order in the classroom
• Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on the progress of students. Discusses students' problems and progress with parents and staff
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Prepares classroom instructions to promote students' success on state assessment exams
• Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district

Additional Duties

• Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors

Equipment

• Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine
• Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use

Physical And Mental Demands

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, twist balance, stoop, climb steps, reach overhead, lift up to 20 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system

Interrelations

• Contact with students, instructional staff, administrators and the community
• Working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Exhibiting a professional manner and maintaining a positive attitude at all times

Employee Punctuality And Appearance

• Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile

• Current Kansas State teaching license
• English Language Arts endorsement required

FLSA Status

Exempt