Lead Teacher - Premier High School

Responsive Education Solutions; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) seeks a dedicated teacher to educate and guide students, maintain progress, and implement instruction based on performance data. You will communicate with parents, administer assessments, and manage a classroom of about 25 students in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, adherence to curriculum, and ongoing professional development to meet diverse student needs in a Texas school setting.

Qualifications

• HQ status required with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree
• Content knowledge in core subject areas
• Strong classroom management and communication abilities

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction to approximately 25 students
• Administer formative and summative assessments and interpret data
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with parents and the Campus Director
• Manage classroom discipline and foster a positive learning environment
• Collaborate with Special Education staff to support modifications

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas Teaching License (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

Teaches and facilitates learning for students in a Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) school, maintaining academic progress, administering formative and summative assessments, interpreting student data and developing instruction accordingly, managing classroom discipline, and maintaining accurate records. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.

Position Summary

Teaches and facilitates learning for students in a Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) school, maintaining academic progress, administering formative and summative assessments, interpreting student data and developing instruction accordingly, managing classroom discipline, and maintaining accurate records. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.

Qualifications

Education/Certification and Experience

• Must be Highly Qualified (HQ) with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University
• Must demonstrate content knowledge in the subject area(s) core classes
• Current Texas Teaching License (preferred)

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Passion for students
• Able to maintain a classroom of approximately 25 students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Computer literate.
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to learn and implement teaching curriculum programs and instruct students on their utilization.
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of students, parents, co-workers, and the Campus Director.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessment scores, and grade point average.
• Flexibility with changes, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Responsible for instructional and Program Management for all students assigned, including but not limited to classroom instruction, after-school, and Saturday tutorials.
• Administer and monitor Diagnostic Tests to determine a student’s performance level.
• Instruct and motivate students in all course studies.
• Assign lessons and correct homework in a timely manner.
• Administer tests to evaluate students’ progress, record results, and issue reports to inform parents of progress.
• Maintain discipline in the classroom.
• Maintain a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, attractive, and stimulating.
• Set a good housekeeping example in the classroom and encourage students to follow this example.
• Communicate with parents and schedule periodic meetings, before or after school, to discuss student progress and problems.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
• Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build self-esteem and promote continued success.
• Praise students, compliment them, and encourage them in order to build character.
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experience.
• Prepare classroom instruction to promote student success on state assessment exams.
• Work closely with the Special Education teacher to ensure special education student modifications are being implemented.
• Perform related duties such as assisting students and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.

Other Responsibilities And Duties

• Master the Responsive Education Solutions Curriculum System in order to assist the students in mastering the system. Read and comply with the ResponsiveEd Procedures Manual, Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and Employee Handbook. Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned. NOTE: After normal business hours may include, but is not limited to, Saturday Mandatory State Tutorials.

Equipment Used

All equipment required to perform job duties and tasks previously described.

Physical / Environmental Factors

The physical demands 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. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.