• 26-27 High School English/Language Arts Teacher

    Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District (Grimes, IA)


    26-27 High School English/Language Arts Teacher JobID: 2395

     

    + Position Type:

     

    High School Teaching/ English

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    12/5/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    Dallas Center-Grimes High School

     

    + Date Available:

     

    August 2026

     

    + Closing Date:

     

    12/19/2025

     

    The Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District is a district with 3,500 students located just northwest of Iowa’s capital city of Des Moines. DCG CSD is fortunate to be a part of two supportive communities, Dallas Center and Grimes. It is our goal to maintain a small district feel, while achieving big district accomplishments.The Dallas Center-Grimes School District is looking for dedicated professional to be a High School ELA Teacher at DCG High School. Grades 9-12SUMMARY:The High School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher delivers standards-based instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for students in grades 9–12. The teacher promotes literacy development, critical thinking, and effective communication skills to support student success across the curriculum. The ELA Teacher designs engaging lessons, evaluates student progress, and collaborates with colleagues to provide a supportive and rigorous learning environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

     

    + Plan and deliver high-quality ELA instruction aligned with district curriculum, state standards, and best practices in secondary literacy.

    + Teach reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills using a variety of instructional strategies and texts.

    + Prepare instructional materials, assessments, and learning resources that support student comprehension and skill development.

    + Communicate regularly with students, families, teachers, and counselors regarding academic progress and classroom expectations.

    + Maintain accurate records of student achievement, attendance, and performance data.

    + Implement effective classroom management strategies that promote a positive learning environment.

    + Provide instructional accommodations and modifications as required by IEPs, 504 plans, or literacy needs.

    + Integrate technology and digital tools to enhance instruction and support student engagement.

    + Support students during assessments, classroom activities, and school-wide events as needed.

    + Participate in required meetings, professional development, and district trainings.

    + Promote and adhere to district policies, procedures, and professional standards of conduct.

    EDUCATION & RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

    + Bachelor’s degree in English, English Education, or a related field required.

    + Experience teaching or working with high-school students is preferred.

    LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

    + Criminal background check required.

    + State of Iowa teaching license with an English/Language Arts endorsement required.

     

    Job Description:High School ELA Teacher (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:792cbe81-557a-411d-8df1-50a74160ea9c) Teacher