English-Sr High (2026-2027 School Year)

• → 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 evaluation 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

• 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 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
• 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

• Contact with students, instructional staff, administrators and the community. Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must exhibit a professional manner and maintain a positive attitude at all times

• In order for schools to operate effectively, 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

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

FLSA Status: Exempt