Secondary English Language Arts Instructor

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States American Paradigm Schools Full time
American Paradigm Schools

Commitment to Excellence Through Embracing Diversity

American Paradigm Schools prioritize equity and excellence for every learner, while honoring the distinctiveness of our communities. Our core values guide our commitment to delivering a premier educational experience.

Position: Secondary English Language Arts Instructor

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Education

Reports To: School Principal

Employment Status: Exempt

Duration: Academic Year

Position Overview:

The English Language Arts Instructor is tasked with developing educational resources for our curriculum and ensuring alignment with the Keystone Assessment Anchors. This role involves collaboration with grade-level teams to support school-wide initiatives aimed at achieving the institution's objectives for student success.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design a curriculum framework that aligns with the Keystone Assessment Anchors.
  • Develop weekly lesson plans that adhere to state standards and current curriculum in partnership with American Paradigm Schools.
  • Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
  • Engage with team members regarding school-wide and grade-level expectations.
  • Communicate effectively with families about student progress.
  • Collaborate with ESL and special education instructors.
  • Foster and maintain positive relationships with students.
  • Participate in after-school events as necessary.
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Educational Expertise
  • Technological Proficiency
  • Instructional Skills
  • Understanding of Psychology
  • Mathematical Competence
  • Public Safety Awareness
  • Sociological Insight
  • Social Awareness
  • Monitoring Skills
  • Complex Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
  • Systems Analysis and Evaluation
Technical Proficiencies:
  • Google Workspace for Education
  • Student Information Systems
  • Student Support Programs
  • Document Cameras
  • Projectors, Laptops, and Copiers
Educational Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree (mandatory)
  • PA Teaching Certification (mandatory)
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Capability to lift 20-25 lbs.
  • Mobility to navigate stairs.
American Paradigm Schools are Committed to Nurturing School Communities.

Building relationships is essential to classroom dynamics and school culture, underpinning effective teaching, learning, and social development. Fostering connections and enhancing students' sense of belonging are integral to our mission at American Paradigm Schools. We have partnered with the Collaborative Classroom to implement the Caring School Community Model across our institutions.

This model promotes positive classroom and school-wide environments while cultivating students' social and emotional learning (SEL) competencies. It aims to nurture students into caring, responsible members of their educational communities and, ultimately, to develop them into principled, skilled citizens in a democratic society. The program's lessons assist faculty and staff in creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where all community members can cultivate the necessary skills to engage constructively with others.

All staff at American Paradigm Schools are expected to embody the principles of the Caring School Community Program.

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