Innovative Art Teacher & Student Mentor

Manor Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Independent School District in Texas is seeking a licensed teacher to deliver engaging lessons aligned with district curriculum. You will develop lesson plans, differentiate instruction for diverse learners, and assess student progress to guide instruction.

You will collaborate with special education staff, communicate with parents and administrators, integrate technology, and support students’ academic and personal growth as they meet state standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Knowledge of subjects assigned; ability to instruct students and manage behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district requirements and show prepared evidence.
• Prepare lessons reflecting accommodations for different learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to TEA guidelines and policies.
• Plan and use instructional strategies, materials, and equipment for diverse learners.
• Assess student learning styles and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Work with staff to determine goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and supervise teacher aide(s) and volunteers.
• Use technology to strengthen teaching and learning.
• Guide students to analyze studying habits and improve methods.
• Assess achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities as assigned by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model and uphold district mission.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for development.
• Manage behavior per Student Code of Conduct.
• Protect students, equipment, and materials.
• Participate in staff development and comply with regulations.
• Maintain compliance with reports, records, and documentation.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Dependable attendance is required.
• Address learning loss due to COVID-19 with targeted lessons.

Skills

Knowledge of subjects assigned

Instruct students

Curriculum knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with endorsements

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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 for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Experience

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Essential Job Functions:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Dependable performance requires reliable and dependable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Teacher will create and implement lesson plans and instruction to intentionally address areas of learning loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic and students learning remotely.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Equipment used:

Personal or laptop computer, printer, copier, fax machine, calculator, telephone, electronic mobile devices, projector, video display monitor and related coaching equipment

Working Conditions

Physical Demands/Mental Demands/Environmental Factors:

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Regularly sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequent repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds; may be required to lift students, control behavior; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment; frequent, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasionally required to stand, walk reach with hands and arms; vision abilities include close vision; and color vision, regularly work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress; the noise level is usually moderate. The employee may spend long hours in intense concentration which requires attention to detail. There are a number of deadlines associated with this position, which may cause significant stress. The employee must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues.