Math Teacher ( 6- 8th Grade)

International Leadership of Texas; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas is seeking qualified teachers to join our campuses in Texas. The role involves delivering core academic instruction, planning lessons aligned with district curriculum, and supporting student growth and development.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching certificate, and ability to engage students. Compensation starts at $67,000 for certified teachers and $64,000 for non-certified teachers, with a $5,000 stipend and STAAR incentive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned-preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and reflect accommodations for individual differences.
• Plan and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, and technology to meet students’ learning needs as per TEA guidelines.
• Assess student learning styles and adjust instructional activities accordingly.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for IEP students.
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods; supervise aides/volunteers.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities and serve as a positive role model for students.
• Create a conducive classroom environment and manage behavior per school policies.
• Assist in selecting instructional materials and maintaining reports and records.
• Establish professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Participate in staff development activities and comply with regulations; attend faculty meetings and serve on committees.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Starting compensation for Certified Teachers starting at $67,000*

Starting compensation for Non-Certified Teachers starting at $64,000*

*Certified teacher compensation includes a $5,000 stipend.

**All starting amounts include a $5,000 STAAR Tested Grade-Level hiring incentive.

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 training for subject and level assigned-preferred

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Experience:

One-year student teaching or approved internship preferred

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.

Additional Duties:

19. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

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; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

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 text books 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.