Chemistry Teacher 9th-12th

Education Service Center, Region 2; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Service Center, Region 2 in Corpus Christi, TX invites applications for a Teacher position at the high school level. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting district curriculum goals.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and specialists, maintain classroom routines, and use technology to enhance instruction, while adhering to TEA guidelines and district policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum.
• Plan and use teaching strategies that reflect diverse learning styles.
• Present material according to TEA guidelines and district policies.
• Collaborate with campus teams to set goals and methods.
• Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as needed.
• Use technology to strengthen instruction.

Skills

Instructing students

Curriculum alignment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Tools

Educational 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.

Job Title

Teacher

Wage/Hour Status

Exempt

Reports to

Principal

Pay Grade

Teacher Pay Scale

Dept./School

Assigned Campus

Date Revised

08/2023

Qualifications

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

Special Knowledge/Skills

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

Experience

• At least one‑year student teaching or approved internship.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Strategies

• 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.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and knowledge 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).
• Collaboratively work with campus teams, instructional facilitators and District personnel to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze, self‑monitor and improve study methods and habits.
• 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 mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

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

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Actively participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Building/Campus

High School

Additional Job Information

187 working days

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