High school english

Days Per Year : 187

Reports to : Campus Principal

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

• Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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 for subject and level assigned

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS :

• Knowledge of subjects / programs assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE :

Student teaching or approved internship (preferred)

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• 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 student learning styles
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) if assigned
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching / learning process
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits
• 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 the mission of the school district
• 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 selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Keep informed of and comply with laws as well as district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Mental demands / physical demands / environmental factors
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Lifting and moving materials, books, boxes, etc.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing

Last updated : 2024-07-13

Salary : $60,400