Language Arts Teacher at Bunsold Middle School

REPORTS TO:                         

   Middle School Principal
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:        

   Regular, full time
 
FLSA STATUS:                         

   Exempt
 
POSITION SUMMARY:          

   Assist middle school students with the development of skills and knowledge that lead to continuous learning and productive adult life.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assess student achievement continuously, in order to design appropriate instruction.  Administer standardized and criterion referenced tests according to district policies and procedures.
• Establish a safe and comfortable environment for students, including guidelines and consequences for behavior that are reasonable and appropriate for the setting.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the course(s) of study and implement them in the classroom and/or laboratory, using a variety of instructional methods and materials.
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans, as specified by the Principal that demonstrate knowledge of the course(s) of study and contain sound teaching and assessment methods.
• Provide appropriate instruction for all students.
• Schedule instructional time according to district and building guidelines.
• Make effective use of resources and materials and care for them in a responsible manner.
• Participate actively on a team and/or in a department.
• Keep accurate and detailed records, according to district and building rules.  Record keeping requirements may vary with teaching assignments.
• Prepare adequately for substitute teachers.
• Observe the adopted daily building schedule, including starting and ending times for teachers and students, and perform all assigned duties; for example, study halls, cafeteria, bus, hallway, field trips, emergency drills.
• Attend all staff meetings, unless excused.
• Serve on committees and participate in school activities and after-school programs and events, in a professionally responsible manner.
• Report to parents, in writing and at conferences, at the intervals established by the district and/or building.
• Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis, in a positive manner.
• Work cooperatively with peers, administrators and support staff.
• Make appropriate referrals of students for supplemental help; attend planning meetings as assigned, and implement individual plans.
• Communicate with agencies, authorities and private practitioners, according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures.
• Engage in continuous professional growth, including attending training sessions as assigned.  Complete a professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the school district.
• Learn and implement the administrative procedures that are associated with the teaching assignment; for example, managing an activity account, applying for a field trip.
• Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community, and maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.
• Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.

• Assist with the selection of textbooks and other teaching materials.
• Work with student teachers if needed.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Superintendent or his/her designee(s).  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certificate/license.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the appropriate subject(s) or specialty areas.
• Knowledge of a variety of instructional designs, methods and materials that are developmentally appropriate and age appropriate for the students.
• Knowledge of the characteristics of adolescents, and the desire and ability to work effectively with them.
• Ability to work effectively with other adults in many different situations, including teams of teachers and conferences with parents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in   writing.
• Effective active listening skills.
• Well-developed organizational and problem solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer technology, or willingness to acquire and appropriately apply such knowledge.  

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Various office machines, such as calculators, copiers, laminating machines.
• Computer/printer.
• Various instructional equipment, such as video recorders and players, tape   recorders, slide projectors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to come to school on all scheduled work days, except calamity days.
• Some interaction with unruly children.
• Possible interaction with angry or distraught adults.
• Must be available for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, books and supplies, up to a maximum of 25 lbs.

• Length of Employment:  One Year Limited Contract
• Salary and Fringe Benefits:  Based on current salary and benefit schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 
 

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application.  Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application.  

If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.

The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.

Posted Internally:  May 13, 2025
Internal Application Deadline:  May 21, 2025