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Middle Level English

  • York School District One
  • Jul 03, 2024
Middle School Middle Level - Language Arts

Job Description

Title: Teacher, English (Middle)

Position Type: Full Time

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  •  Appropriate South Carolina certification or eligible for certification
  •  Bachelor's Degree (minimum)

 PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  •  Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
  •  Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
  •  Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests 
  •  of the students.
  •  Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
  •  Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
  •  Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to  
  •  Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the goals of the school and 
  •  Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
  •  Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
  •  Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  •  Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative 
  •  Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the 
  •  instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
  •  Strives to maintain and improve professional competence. 
  • Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

 

Working Conditions:

Office environment with little exposure to environmental conditions.  Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring the movement/lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five pounds.  Routine local travel is required; occasional overnight travel is required.  Requires the ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and meeting deadlines.

 

EEO Statement:

York School District One does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, handicap, sex, age, alienage, or national origin as required by applicable state and federal laws.

 

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties.  The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

District

York School District 1

School

York Middle School

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Additional Information

  • Mission, Vision, Beliefs, and Commitments

    During the 2020-2021 school year York School District One engaged in a process to foster the design and development of a support system that builds capacity, advances learning outcomes, and creates a shared understanding aligned with the district's mission, vision, beliefs, and board priorities. A variety of stakeholders engaged in a process to help identify the district's strengths and areas of future focus.

  • MISSION

    Our mission is to cultivate a service-oriented community of learners who strive for personal growth and excellence as communicators, collaborators, creators, and critical thinkers.

    VISION

    To Learn, Serve, and Give as ONE

    BELIEFS

    • Learning is a life-long, ever-changing process for students and staff.
    • Each child is unique and should have the opportunity to reach his/her full potential.
    • A safe, orderly, and nurturing environment is essential for learning.
    • Education is a collaborative effort between schools and the community.
    • Technology is a tool that should be leveraged to enhance the teaching and learning process.
    • Teaching and learning should be relevant, individualized, and intentional to equip students for success.

    COMMITMENTS

    1. We will foster and maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.

    2. We will establish and nurture trusting and caring relationships with students, families, community members, and colleagues.

    3. We will provide quality learning experiences to meet the individual needs of students.

    4. We will embrace a commitment to continuous learning for students and staff.

    5. We will partner and collaborate with students, families, and the community to enhance educational experiences.
About York School District One

District Profile

  • District Map
  • 10 schools:
    • Elementary Schools (Grades 4K - 4th Grade):  Cotton Belt, Harold C. Johnson, Hickory Grove/Sharon (Grades 4K - 6th, Hunter Street, Jefferson
    • York Intermediate (Grades 5 & 6)
    • York Middle School (Grades 7 & 8)
    • York One Academy
    • York Comprehensive High School
    • Floyd D. Johnson Technology Center
  • 820 employees; 437 certified employees and 383 classified employees
  • District-wide AdvancED accreditation
  • 81.9% on-time graduation rate

Student Profile

  • 5249 students
  • Racial Composition: 65.6% white, 18.4% African American, 8% Hispanic, and 8% Other
  • 67% meet federal guidelines for free/reduced-price meals

District Programs and Services

  • Montessori (serving multi-aged pre-school students, Hunter Street Elementary)
  • Reading Recovery
  • Graduation Enhancement Program
  • York County Middle College Program Partnership
  • Gateway to Technology
  • Project Lead the Way
  • Culinary Arts
  • GreenSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
  • MERIT (Gifted/Talented Program, Grades 3-8)
  • Advanced Placement Course Offerings
  • Dual Credit Course Offerings
  • Making Middle Grades Work
  • High Schools That Work (www.sreb.org)
  • Credit recovery for students in grades 9-12
  • Alternative school programs for students in grades 5-12
  • NetScope Partnership with Winthrop University
  • Manufacturing Operations Major

District/Community Collaboratives

  • Family Resource Centers
  • Work-Based Student Initiative
  • Community service clubs and organizations for students
  • Collaboration with Second Harvest of Metrolina

School and Staff Recognitions

  • 3 schools received Palmetto Silver Awards for 2017-18 (Cotton Belt, Jefferson, and York Intermediate), 2 schools received Palmetto Silver Awards for 2018-19 (Harold C Johnson and Jefferson) and 1 school received Palmetto Gold Award for 2018-19 (Cotton Belt)
  • 41 teachers currently hold National Board teacher certification
  • Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Student Recognitions

  • State representation in chorus, band, oratorical contests, FBLA, FFA, essay competitions

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  • Mission, Vision, Beliefs, and Commitments

    During the 2020-2021 school year York School District One engaged in a process to foster the design and development of a support system that builds capacity, advances learning outcomes, and creates a shared understanding aligned with the district's mission, vision, beliefs, and board priorities. A variety of stakeholders engaged in a process to help identify the district's strengths and areas of future focus.

 

 

  • MISSION

Our mission is to cultivate a service-oriented community of learners who strive for personal growth and excellence as communicators, collaborators, creators, and critical thinkers.

VISION

To Learn, Serve, and Give as ONE

BELIEFS

    • Learning is a life-long, ever-changing process for students and staff.
    • Each child is unique and should have the opportunity to reach his/her full potential.
    • A safe, orderly, and nurturing environment is essential for learning.
    • Education is a collaborative effort between schools and the community.
    • Technology is a tool that should be leveraged to enhance the teaching and learning process.
    • Teaching and learning should be relevant, individualized, and intentional to equip students for success.

COMMITMENTS

    1. We will foster and maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.
    2. We will establish and nurture trusting and caring relationships with students, families, community members, and colleagues.
    3. We will provide quality learning experiences to meet the individual needs of students.
    4. We will embrace a commitment to continuous learning for students and staff.
    5. We will partner and collaborate with students, families, and the community to enhance educational experiences.
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