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About The Charter School of Wilmington The Charter School of Wilmington is a nationally and internationally recognized college-preparatory math and science high school that promotes academic excellence by fostering overall student performance to produce leaders for the future. The mission of The Charter School of Wilmington is to prepare students to thrive through world-class mathematics, science, and technology education. Overview The Charter School of Wilmington is seeking an exceptional English Teacher who is excited to share our mission of engaging students in a world-class education that prepares them for college and beyond. A teaching career at The Charter School of Wilmington is challenging, yet rewarding. As the English Teacher, you will deliver high-quality instruction by implementing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. You will collaborate with teachers and instructional leaders to examine student learning, identify successes and opportunities for growth, and continually grow in your craft to ensure students fulfill their academic and personal potential. Key Responsibilities Execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and adopt a data-driven approach in assessing students' progress Develop and implement engaging learning experiences, provide feedback, and assess students to demonstrate mastery Incorporate thoughtful feedback into your daily practice via student reflections, department collaboration, and the state evaluation system Exhibit a strong desire to collaborate and continuously grow professionally Adhere to departmental and school policies and procedures regarding grading and assessments Set and reach ambitious goals and demonstrate ability to thrive in a high-performing school environment Adapt effectively to various classroom environments while maintaining a strong, confident, and consistent presence. Critical Experience and Qualifications 3+ years of teaching experience preferred Understanding of high school English standards per the Common Core preferred Demonstrated experience supporting and accelerating 9th-grade students' reading and writing skills, particularly by addressing skill gaps and helping students develop the literacy foundations necessary for success in a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. Commitment and enthusiasm for working with a high-performing student population focused on implementing best practices related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Optimism, resilience, curiosity, and a strong passion for personal growth and student and teacher success Education Bachelor's Degree in secondary education with a concentration in English or Bachelor's Degree in English with education certification. Master's Degree preferred. Certification Requirements Hold or be eligible for Secondary English Language Arts Teacher certification. Details can be found here. Salary will be computed in accordance with the experience and training of the individual selected and in accordance with the salary schedules for employees of The Charter School of Wilmington. Direct deposit of payroll checks is mandatory for state employment, and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment. Notes Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from a criminal background check, Delaware Child Protection Registry check, and tuberculin (TB) test, as well as verification that the individual holds all required licensure and certifications for the position. All requirements must be completed and cleared prior to the employee's start date. The candidate must demonstrate in the interview process an understanding of how varied student backgrounds and experiences can impact learning, along with the ability to support an inclusive and equitable classroom environment. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The employee should be prepared to perform other related responsibilities as needed to fulfill the position's core duties and follow any additional directives provided by their department chair or administration. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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