Middle School English Teacher Long Term Substitute

•Demonstrate knowledge of the subject area

• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan student-centered instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of critical thinking and effective writing skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents.
• Provide written assessments, referrals, and evaluations, when necessary, for students with special needs. Participate in IEP and 504meetings as required.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.