Elementary Certified Teacher (Pool)

Sylvania; Pawnee (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Texas is seeking a licensed teacher to provide engaging instruction in the core subject area and foster intellectual, emotional, and social growth. You will design lessons aligned with district curriculum, assess student learning, and collaborate with special education staff to accommodate diverse learners.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements, and a commitment to professional growth, classroom management, and effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements.
• 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.
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements with evidence of preparation.
• Plan and use instructional strategies and materials tailored to diverse learning styles.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan activities.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee completion.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model and sponsor extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and development.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with policies and handbooks.
• Take precautions to protect students and classroom resources.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports and other documents.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with parents and staff.
• Participate in staff development activities and adhere to regulations.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Direct the work of assigned instructional aides.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Subject area competency

Curriculum and instruction knowledge

Student teaching / internship experience

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:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
• 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
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

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

Student Growth and Development

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

Classroom Management and Organization

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

Communication

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

Professional Growth and Development

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

Other

• 19. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: 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