Elementary Teacher

Uvalde Elementary; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District, serving Uvalde Elementary, seeks an Elementary Teacher to provide high-quality instruction in the core subjects. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or training for the assigned subject and grade level.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate competency in the core subject, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage classroom behavior.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Experience: at least one year student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to district curriculum.
• Plan and use instructional strategies reflecting diverse learning styles.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Supervise teacher aide(s) and volunteers as assigned.
• Communicate with parents, students, and other staff effectively.
• Assist in coordinating extracurricular activities as needed.

Skills

Instruct students

Manage behavior

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

Endorsements or training

Job description

Elementary Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 4822843
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 04, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade:Teacher Salary Schedule

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to:Principal

Dept./School:Assigned Elementary Campus

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 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 student learning styles.
• 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 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 supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze 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

• 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

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Report to work on time and absent only with good cause.

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.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50,000 to $66,293 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

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