To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with the School philosophy, goals, objectives, and vision.

As a Secondary Language Arts Teacher, you play a crucial role in shaping the literary skills, critical thinking abilities, and communication prowess of students. Your primary responsibility is to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment that fosters a deep appreciation for literature, language, and effective communication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Literature, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Teaching certification or licensure
• Demonstrated expertise in language arts instruction, curriculum development, and assessment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for literature, language, and education
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
• Experience working with secondary students

CONTENT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• ● Give instruction in area(s) of assignment.
• ● Assist in development and revisions of curriculum in content area.
• ● Participate in department, content, and grade level meetings as required.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• ● Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• ● Keep abreast of developments in instructional methodology, learning theory, curriculum trends and content.
• ● Conduct a personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignment.
• ● Develop and implement a Professional Growth Plan annually in accordance with the School requirements.
• ● Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to professional standards at all times, in accordance with the Professional Standard outlined in the School's Professional Growth and Evaluation Plan.
• ● Perform assigned duties.
• ● Demonstrate attention to punctuality, attendance, records and reports.
• ● Maintain confidentiality of student and other professional information.
• ● Comply with policies, procedures and programs.
• ● Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school committees, school activities, services and programs.
• ● Perform other tasks, as assigned, consistent with the goals and objectives of the school.

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING: Preparation & Organization

• ● Create or select long-range and daily plans based on a review of MDA curriculum priorities, student profiles and instructional priorities. Ensure goals, objectives, appropriate pace and sequencing, accommodations and differentiation.
• ● Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the School's mission. Provision For Individual Differences
• ● Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student’s culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.
• ● Select, develop, modify and/or adapt materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students’ varying learning styles, backgrounds and special needs.
• ● Provide feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work with a focus on improving student performance.
• ● Adhere to individualized student plans.

Technology Integration

• ● Use appropriate material, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
• ● Become proficient with the School's classroom technology such as Google Classroom, BrainPop, etc. and integrate when possible and appropriate.
• ● Teach appropriate use of technology (i.e. social media concerns, “valid” internet research, etc.)
• ● Model tech use both in and out of the classroom.

IMPLEMENTATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES/DELIVERY:

• ● Identify specific intended learning outcomes which are challenging, meaningful and measurable.
• ● Ensure that students are engaged in meaningful, relevant learning throughout their class time.
• ● Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery that align with the school’s vision and strategic plan.
• ● Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.

ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT:

• ● Establish appropriate testing environment and ensure test security.
• ● Establish and maintain efficient record keeping procedures.
• ● Develop and use standards- aligned assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners.
• ● Interpret and use data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results) for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.
• ● Use ongoing assessment to monitor student progress, verify that learning is occurring and adjust curriculum and instruction.
• ● Communicate, in understandable terms, individual student progress knowledgeably and responsibly to the student, parents and professional colleagues who need access to the information.
• ● Encourage self-assessment by students and assist them in developing plans for improving their performance.

MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENT:

• ● Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• ● Maintain a clean, attractive, and organized learning environment.
• ● Establish routines and procedures and work with students on consistently following them and ensure efficiency in the classroom.
• ● Ensure students adhere to school policies.
• ● Create a learning climate that is challenging, yet non-threatening.
• ● Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations and school policy.
• ● Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others by role modeling and learning activities.
• ● Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.
• ● Establish and use behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.

SCHOOL CULTURE

• ● Demonstrate a caring attitude and display a relationship of mutual respect with each student.
• ● Respond to student questions and concerns in a positive, constructive manner.
• ● Create a positive learning environment, which encourages social interaction, active engagement and self-motivation

Please note that this school cannot provide placement for dependent children (unless they are Jewish) but they do provide a stipend to support children who are not  dependents of Jewish parents.

Teachers are not required to be Jewish to work at the school

Also, if your visa is from a country that requires an "Autorized Visa" you will most likely not be accepted as the visa process is very difficult. This is Panamanian law and has nothing to do with the school.

Webber's Ed and their clients do not discriminate based upon nationality. 

AUTHORIZED VISAS: IF YOU ARE FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES AND DO NOT QUALIFY FOR THE VISA WAIVER MENTIONED ABOVE, YOU WILL NEED AN AUTHORIZED VISA

Please be advised: for authorized visas, the approval process may take up to 60 business days, depending on the verification and completion of your documents. Do not finalize your travel arrangements until your visa has been granted.

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso,

Burundi, Chad, Cabo Verde, Costa de Marfil, Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Egypt,

Eritrea, Ethiopia, Equatorial Guinea, Gambia, Gabon, Georgia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti,

Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho,

Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger,

Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, People's Republic of Korea, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone,

Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uganda,

Usbekistan, Yemen, Zambia.

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