NES Pre-K Reg Teacher

HTU; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

HTU in Houston, TX is seeking a dedicated teacher for a 10-month contract. You will plan study programs, create a conducive classroom environment, prepare lessons, assess progress, and enforce classroom behavior while collaborating with staff, students, and parents.

A Bachelor’s degree and a Texas Teacher Certificate are required. Strong written and oral communication, teamwork, and the ability to maintain records and safety are essential. Willingness to travel district-wide if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Texas Teacher Certificate required for the assignment level/subject.
• Effective written and oral communication with all stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships inside and outside the district.
• Physical abilities as described to perform classroom duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan study programs tailored to individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Prepare lessons accommodating individual differences and show evidence of preparation when requested.
• Encourage students to maintain classroom behavior standards.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals with clear objectives communicated to students.
• Use varied instructional techniques and media suited to student needs and settings.
• Implement the district’s educational philosophy and instructional goals through teaching and actions.
• Regularly assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports.
• Refer students for evaluation by district specialists when needed.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and district policies.
• Assist administration in enforcing student life and conduct policies; develop classroom rules.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers; evaluate their performance with department heads.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through staff development.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Mobility

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for the level and/or subject area

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Plan study programs tailored to individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Prepare lessons accommodating individual differences and show evidence of preparation when requested.
• Encourage students to maintain classroom behavior standards.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals with clear objectives communicated to students.
• Use varied instructional techniques and media suited to student needs and physical settings.
• Implement the district’s educational philosophy and instructional goals through teaching and actions.
• Regularly assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports.
• Refer students for evaluation by district specialists as needed.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities through necessary precautions.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and district policies.
• Assist administration in enforcing student life and conduct policies; develop and maintain classroom behavior rules fairly.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers; evaluate their performance with department heads.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through participation in staff development.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and open communication with students, parents, and community members.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

About You

The company is looking for:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for the level and/or subject area of assignment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills with all management levels, internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both inside and outside the district.
• Physical abilities including focusing vision, judging distance, reaching, manipulating a keyboard, lifting up to 10 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, twisting, bending, climbing, and mobility.
• Ability to travel throughout the district and city using private or public transportation; if driving a personal vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate insurance coverage.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 to $76,000 annually.
• 10-month contract.