Northampton Area School District
English Teacher
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English Teacher
English Teacher
TITLE: Middle School Teacher
Category: Professional Staff
Reports to: Building Principal
Job Summary
Plans, organizes, controls, and directs the classroom to provide an educational program for pupils in grades 6 through 8.
Qualifications
Requires:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher certification
- Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate and Highly Qualified status in English
- Ensures compliance with Employment Eligability (criminal history records, pre-employment drug testing, physical examination/TB test)
- Proficient English skills, with strong oral and written communication
- Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with school staff, parents, and the public
- Proficiency in operating all computers and office equipment as assigned
- Ability to maintain high confidentiality standards
- Establishes and maintains cooperative work relationships with faculty and team members
- Valid driver’s license required if job requires district travel
Key knowledge areas include:
- Current middle school trends in student growth and development
- Data analysis and instructional strategies for tailored intervention
- All applicable legal codes, relevant regulations, district policies & procedures
Primary Job Functions
Core Responsibilities:
- Teaches assigned curriculum, aligning with state-adopted standards and Board of Education approval.
- Performs data-driven analysis and evaluates student progress through tests, reports and assessments.
- Creates and maintains an engaging and functional learning environment with active discipline strategies.
- Develops and tracks student performance metrics — reports progress and grades to administration via reports and assessments.
- Supports special needs students as per IEPs, collaborating with support services and attending team meetings as needed.
- Motivates students through differentiated learning experiences, tailoring instruction to meet varying ability levels.
- Designs lesson plans and materials following PA Core Standards.
- Establishes professional standards and expectations for student work through classroom displays.
- Implements School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS).
- Administers standardized and diagnostic assessments.
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- Attendance Requirement: Punctuality is mandatory.
Secondary Job Duties
- Represents the district professionally during external engagements and meetings with other agencies.
- Maintains professional development through organized staff training or self-initiated growth.
- Assists with student supervision in non-academic settings and Marshal (of appropriate duty) where applicable.
- Participates actively in meetings, conferences, and mandatory in-service training programs.
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Duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
General abilities include:
- Computer Operations: Data entry, analysis and task execution via computer
- Deductive Reasoning & Communication: Understanding and relaying information effectivley
Lifting & Body Movements (Occurrence Frequency)
| Range of Lifting | NOT AT ALL | OCCASIONALLY | FREQUENTLY | CONSTANTLY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 10 lbs | 0% | 1-33% | 34-66% | 67-100% |
| 11-20 lbs | 0% | B | - | - |
| Beyond 20 lbs | 0% | B | - | - |
Mobility
- Traverses classroom to position materials/facilities: Repeated partial loads (light to medium) C
- Adapts posture and physical presence when interacting with students, staff & visitors: D
- Transfers assets/supplies within working area: Constant mild loads (short casual runs) C
Term of Employment: Full academic year, under PSEA-NEA agreement.
FLSA Status: Exempt
District Commitment: Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diverse growth and inclusion.
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