The objective of this course is to build an understanding and applicable skill-set relating to written and oral components of English Language Arts:
- Reading comprehension & analysis (through the use of fiction and non-fiction literature)
- Vocabulary (demonstrated in both oral and written form)
- Writing skills (emphasis on structure of a five-paragraph essay, fundamentals of a persuasive essay, research and documentation skills, sentence structure)
- Speaking & listening (focus on participating in an informed discussion, developing oral presentation skills)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or related field
- Minimum 2-5 years’ teaching experience
- Passionate about helping nurture children’s curiosity and love of learning
- Strong classroom management skills
- Creativity, flexible thinking, growth mindset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency with technology
Responsibilities:
- Design interactive learning experiences for individual students, small groups, and the class as a whole
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a range of learners
- Collaborate with colleagues within and across subject areas
- Actively communicate with parents and student support team
