FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS

TITLE: ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
• Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in English

REPORTS TO: Principal and Department Head

JOB GOAL:

To develop literacy skills (skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing) that are fundamental to good communication and literate citizenship; to develop appreciation and investigation of good literature; to develop strong writing skills; to provide students with authentic and alternative assessments; to develop criteria for critical judgment of written and oral communications; to direct research and inquiry as a vehicle for student driven learning; to utilize differentiated instruction to ensure all students receive an equitable education.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches content and skills in English language, literature, composition, reading, and journalism students, utilizing a standards based course of study developed by the English Department and adopted by the School Committee

• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of

the individual student.

• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussion based on a variety of classical and

contemporary literature.

• Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas.

• Evaluates each student's progress in English skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).

• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive

classroom environment.

• Identifies student needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and

helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.

• Participates in curriculum and other development programs.

• Maintains professional growth through in-service educational activities provided by the school

department and/or in self-selected professional activities.

• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River

Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with the Fall River Educators’ Association contract. Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding.

Closing Date for Applications: As indicated on webpage

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.