FTE English Language Arts 8th Grade Teacher

1.0 FTE English Language Arts 8th Grade Teacher 2026-27

Douglas County West Community Schools DC West Middle School - Valley, Nebraska

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Job : 5565311

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

• Teach assigned classes and perform related duties as set forth under Job Tasks.
• Provide for the reasonable care and safety of students under the teacher’s supervision.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.
• Provide reasonable care for students, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to supervisor and provide medication administration as assigned.
• Participate in team meetings for the development of IEPs and 504 Plans and implement provisions of IEPs and 504 Plan accommodations for the teacher’s students.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of activities as assigned.
• Participate in professional activities and staff development as assigned and as needed to maintain professional competence and to perform duties.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students and parents.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning colleagues, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Provide for proper care, maintenance and reasonable security of all District property in the teacher’s custody.
• Utilize instructional materials and other resources in a competent and effective manner, including computer, e-mail, electronic student information systems, and other technology to perform assigned duties.
• Adhere to all district policies, rules, regulations, and supervisor directives.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the code of ethics set forth in NDE Rule 27. The teacher must serve as a positive role model for other staff and students.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Perform supervision duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the State and the school district.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of…