Math Teacher

Texans Can Academies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend up to $7,000

Job summary

Texans Can Academies seeks a dedicated teacher to provide engaging learning experiences for students on our virtual campus, housed on a physical campus in DFW or Houston. The role focuses on delivering instruction aligned to the district curriculum, with emphasis on assessments, accommodations, and collaboration with special education staff.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Texas teaching certificate (preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum.
• Prepare lessons with accommodations for different learners.
• Present material according to Texans Can’s methodologies.
• Conduct regular student assessments and maintain gradebooks.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Learn IEP requirements to deliver instruction to special education students.
• Set instructional goals with staff and supervise teacher aides/volunteers.
• Use technology effectively when working with students.
• Participate in all instructional activities.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Effective communication

Classroom management

Ability to work with large groups

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

To determine prospective salary, please view the Texans Can Academies Compensation Plan

This position may also be eligible for an up to $7,000 stipend.

NOTE: This position will service students enrolled in our virtual campus but will be housed on a physical campus in either DFW or Houston.

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 in the content area preferred, but not required

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• Willingness to learn what is required to become a successful teacher
• An ability to communicate effectively with students and adults
• The ability to work with large groups of people

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 different learners.
• Present subject matter according to the requirements of Texans Can’s methodologies.
• Conduct student assessments regularly and maintain an up-to-date student gradebook.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Learn the requirements of the need for an Individual Education Plan in order to successfully deliver the instructional material to the special education students.
• Work with other members of staff to establish instructional goals and objectives.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Learn to use technology effective when working with students.
• Participate in all instructional activities.

Other

• Any and all requirements necessary to fulfill the role of a teacher.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

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.

Texans Can Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer