Teaching Associate

Campus to be determined; Winnie (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamshire-Fannett ISD seeks individuals with a passion for teaching who may not have finished their degree. The district offers a Grow-Your-Own program allowing full-time work while completing a degree online, with salary and benefits; the district will fund certification processes as well.

An instructional coach will support each associate to ensure a successful teaching experience for students. Selected candidates work full-time while pursuing degree and certification requirements, earn an

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college hours from accredited university.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Fluency in foreign language for LOTE teachers.
• Current AED certificate for Physical Education teachers.
• Willingness to develop skills of curriculum and instruction.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and show written evidence of preparation; reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology to reflect learning styles and needs; present subject matter per Texas guidelines.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work with special education teachers to modify curricula according to IEPs.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteers and oversee completion.
• Establish professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

60 college hours

FLUENCY in foreign language for LOTE teachers

AED certificate

Job description

Teaching Associate

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Job Details

Job ID: 4994014

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 08, 2022 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Hamshire-Fannett ISD seeks individuals that have a passion for teaching but may not have finished their degree. The district has started a “Grow-Your-Own” program aimed at non-degree individuals who are willing to work as a teaching associate full-time while completing their degree online. Selected candidates will earn an associate salary and benefits, and get college tuition and fees paid by the district. In addition, the district will also fund the associate’s certification process. Each associate will be assigned an instructional coach in order to help ensure a successful teaching and learning experience for students and the candidate.

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. Candidates work full-time while completing degree and certifications requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Minimum of 60 college hours from accredited university

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Fluency in foreign language for LOTE teachers

Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Some knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Willingness to develop skills of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

No direct teaching experience required

Participation in preservice activities

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 differences in individual student differences.
• 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.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

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; Physical Education teachers: automatic 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

Position Type: Full-Time