Teacher-English Language Arts & Reading (3rd Grade)

Floydada Independent School District; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Public Schools in Texas is seeking a dedicated teacher to plan and deliver engaging instruction that aligns with the Portrait of a Harmony Graduate. You will design lessons, assess student progress, and adapt strategies to meet diverse needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree, strong communication, classroom management skills, and a commitment to building relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to design and implement instruction aligned with standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Designs instruction aligned with standards and student needs.
• Uses diverse teaching practices to meet individual student needs.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares required reports.
• Communicates progress with students, parents, and staff.
• Participates in meetings and staff development.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Technical skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Goal

To plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, preparing each student to embody the Portrait of a Harmony Graduate: self-directed, passionate, collaborative, resilient, and ambitious.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree: From an accredited college or university

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands and supports the mission, vision, and values of Harmony Public Schools.
• Models and instills a love of learning.
• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in accordance with school standards, curriculum, and student needs.
• Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds to meet the individual needs of students.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Conducts home visits to build stronger relationships with students and families.
• Hosts and mentors student clubs to help students explore passions and leadership skills.
• Attends and assists with after-hours activities such as student celebrations, parent meetings, and campus-hosted events.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Attends department, school, district, and parent meetings.
• Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees.
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Prepares required reports on students and activities.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
• Takes daily attendance.
• Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge: Of curriculum and instruction.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Technical Skills: Ability to use computers, including software, databases used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work Type: Light work; may require occasional light lifting.
• Schedule: Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Setting: Position is in a classroom setting with intermittent speaking, standing, walking, and writing.
• Travel: Moderate travel is required.