3rd Grade Reading Teacher ERR

Position Title: Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned area

designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social

growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfullyin

society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core or required academic subject area assigned

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

At least one year of student teaching approved internship or clinical teaching.

REPORTS TO: Principal

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency board policies administrative regulations and district guidelines.

4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

5. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.

8. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
10. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

11. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

12. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by thecampusprincipal.

13. Be a positive role model for students support mission of school district.

14. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.

15. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

16. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.

17. Assist in selection of books equipment and other instructional materials as appropriate.

18. Establish and maintain open line of communication by conducting conferences with parents students principals and teachers.

19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues students parents and community members.

20. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

21. Maintain confidentiality.

22. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

23. Keep informed of and complies with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

24. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required in a timely manner.

25. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees asrequired.

26. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor(s) including coaching related duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequently standing stooping bending pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks media equipment desks and other classroom equipment.