Career Teacher

Crockett Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crockett Independent School District seeks an engaging classroom teacher to provide students with high-quality instruction in the core subject area. You will develop lessons aligned to district curricula, while assessing student learning and differentiating based on needs.

Responsibilities include collaborating with special education staff, using diverse instructional strategies, and maintaining professional relationships with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• 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.
• One year student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the district curriculum requirements and show written evidence of preparation.
• Plan and use instructional strategies, activities, and materials that reflect students' needs and TEA guidelines.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan activities.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula for IEP goals.
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals and methods.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and monitor completion.
• Be a positive role model and support the school district mission.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and manage student behavior.
• Maintain records and participate in faculty meetings and committees.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional planning

Assessment

Collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Subject competency

Tools

Instructional technology

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.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from 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:

One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect 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.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

1. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
2. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

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

Classroom Management and Organization

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

Communication

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

Professional Growth and Development

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