Elementary English Language Arts Teacher (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

About the role

The Elementary English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher delivers high-quality instruction in reading, writing, language and literacy development for elementary students. The teacher creates an engaging, student-centered learning environment that promotes academic growth, critical thinking and a love of literacy, while aligning instruction to state standards and school goals. This is a full-time position.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction in English Language Arts, including reading, writing, grammar, speaking, listening and literacy development.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans, instructional materials and assessments for the diverse needs of students, and provide differentiated instruction across whole-group, small-group and individualized settings.
• Monitor and assess student progress with formative and summative assessments and use data to guide instruction.
• Maintain accurate records of student achievement, attendance and behavior, including report cards and progress reports.
• Establish a positive, safe and productive classroom environment aligned with school-wide behavior expectations and discipline procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues, intervention staff and administrators, and communicate regularly with families about student progress.
• Take part in professional learning communities, staff meetings, curriculum development and professional development, and administer district and state assessments.
• Use instructional technology, supervise students during recess, arrival and dismissal, lunch and other activities, and take part in school events and family engagement activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License with an appropriate elementary endorsement or authorization.
• Knowledge of elementary literacy instruction, curriculum development and instructional best practices.
• Ability to analyze student data and use assessment results to inform instruction.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills, and excellent communication, collaboration and organizational skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching elementary English Language Arts and implementing standards-based, data-driven instruction.
• Familiarity with intervention strategies, differentiated instruction and MTSS frameworks.
• Experience integrating educational technology into classroom instruction.

Physical demands include frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, bending and reaching, lifting up to 25 pounds, and effective visual and auditory ability to supervise students and deliver instruction.