Position: 4th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

Location: Clinton Public Schools, Clinton, Oklahoma

School: Southwest Elementary School

Contact:  April Miner, Principal

 

Position Summary:

Southwest Elementary is seeking a passionate and dedicated 4th Grade ELA Teacher for the upcoming school year. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a vibrant classroom environment that encourages a love of reading, writing, and communication. This role involves developing and implementing engaging, standards-based lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of our students, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, and fostering critical thinking and literacy skills.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Instructional Planning and Delivery:
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement daily and unit lesson plans for 4th-grade ELA, aligned with Oklahoma Academic Standards and district curriculum.
  
  
  • Utilize a variety of teaching methods, instructional materials, and technologies to engage students and accommodate different learning styles.
  
  
  • Foster a classroom environment conducive to learning and promote high levels of student engagement in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
  
  
  • Integrate age-appropriate literacy skills and strategies across the ELA curriculum.
  
  
  
  


• Assessment and Data Analysis:
  
  
  
  • Administer and analyze various forms of assessment (formative, summative, diagnostic) to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
  
  
  • Use student data to differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to meet individual student needs.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of student achievement and growth.
  
  
  
  


• Classroom Management and Environment:
  
  
  
  • Establish and maintain a positive, respectful, and well-managed classroom environment that promotes a love of learning.
  
  
  • Implement effective classroom management strategies consistent with school-wide expectations.
  
  
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
  
  
  
  


• Communication and Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Communicate effectively and regularly with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and colleagues regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events.
  
  
  • Collaborate with fellow 4th-grade teachers, ELA specialists, and other staff to enhance the instructional program and support student success.
  
  
  • Participate in grade-level meetings, professional development opportunities, and school-wide initiatives.
  
  
  
  


• Professional Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  • Stay current with best practices in ELA instruction and elementary education.
  
  
  • Adhere to all school and district policies and procedures.
  
  
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or district administration.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field.


• Valid Oklahoma teaching certificate


• Demonstrated knowledge of effective ELA instructional strategies for elementary students.


• Understanding of the Oklahoma Academic Standards for English Language Arts.


• Strong classroom management skills.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.


• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.


• Previous experience teaching elementary grades is preferred.