9th - 12th Grade Secondary Classroom Teacher (2024-2025 School Year)

Region 18 ESC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 18 Education Service Center seeks a qualified teacher to provide students with engaging learning activities in the core academic subject area. This role reports to the Campus Principal and requires collaboration with special education staff to meet diverse student needs.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate, and demonstrate competency in the assigned subject.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect district curriculum and accommodate differences in learners.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies and materials aligned with TEA guidelines.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan activities.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Set instructional goals with staff and assign tasks to aides/volunteers.
• Be a positive role model and support the school mission.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities and participate in faculty meetings.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Subject competency

Job description

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Report To

Campus Principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Preferred one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to the instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Physical Demands: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent walking.
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Tools and Equipment Used

Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Additional Job Information

• Primary Location: High School
• Salary Schedule: https://www.fsisd.net/domain/62
• Salary Range Per Year: (not provided)
• Shift Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Name: Kenneth Vogel
• Title: Principal
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]