Middle School Teacher - General Education

Amergis - Wilmington, DE

Full-time - Entry Level

Wilmington, DE

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Middle School Teacher - General Education position at Amergis involves implementing daily instructional plans, maintaining a conducive classroom environment, and fostering personal growth among students. The role requires collaboration with administrators and other teachers, ensuring adherence to district policies, and providing individualized instruction. This is a full-time position for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year, aimed at creating a positive learning atmosphere for middle school students in Wilmington, Delaware.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in designated locations and times.
• Creates and implements instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum.
• Maintains a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Establishes reasonable rules that encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
• Guides the learning process toward achieving school curriculum and goals.
• Implements a variety of instructional techniques and media.
• Adheres to policies and procedures established by the Board of Education and Administration.
• Creates and implements response to Intervention programs as needed.
• Takes necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assists administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Serves as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism.
• Communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior.
• Attends staff meetings and IEP meetings as requested.
• Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed by administration.
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction as prescribed in daily instructional plans.
• Maintains a professional rapport with parents, co-workers, administration, and the School Board.
• Supervises classroom students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher required.
• Teacher license/certification, as applicable by state or contract/district.
• One year of experience as a school teacher preferred.
• Willingness and ability to accept direct responsibility for safety and wellbeing of others.
• Ability to read and implement instructional plans and communicate effectively with parents and administration.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable.
• Current CPR certification if applicable.
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate as per contract or state regulation.
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate with appropriate individuals via strong communication skills; proficiency in English is required.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs