2 positions open for English Language Arts Teacher at 
Mead Senior High School in Anne Arundel County

Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

1. Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan; plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and instructional materials and establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.

2. Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results.

3. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers. Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.

4. Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.

5. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities.

6. Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives. Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise.

7. Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.

8. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation.

9. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods. May serve on special committees.

10. Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made on request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.

· If assigned to bilingual program, candidates are required to be bilingual and biliterate in targeted language. Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in target language preferred.

· If assigned to Virtual Academy, one (1) year of experience with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools is required.

Apply through the AACPS website. Once your application has been submitted, email rromanski@aacps.org with a copy of your resume and request to interview.

Please see flyer for full position description

Monday, August 1, 2022 · 1 - 2 PM

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View Senator Harkin's floor speech on at the passage of the ADA (the first one minute is signed in ASL, if it seems quiet)

To honor this month, MDOD has announced two new awards, the first annual-Governor's Award for Disability Culture and the Governor's Award for Disability Achievements. These awards will highlight how individuals with disabilities live, learn, work, and play in the community. Tell them how your nominee expands, creates, or improves disability culture or achievements in Maryland.  

The Governor's Award for Disability Culture will focus on the arts, and could include painting, sculpture, music, theater, performance, etc.  

The Governor's Award for Disability Achievements will be broader, and focused on nominees who have successfully promoted equal opportunity, access, and choice in their lives or the lives of others. 

Complete their nomination form to send the Md Department of Disabilities your nominee. You may nominate multiple people, and must complete a separate form for each entry.  Click on the website button to access the form.

Nominations are due by July 31, 2022

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