Teacher English 7/8/ Girls Coach - Nimitz Middle School

REASONS TO JOIN NEISD

TEACHER/LIBRARIAN COMPENSATION:

Salaries for new classroom teacher and librarians are based on the salary ranges below (10-month work schedule)

In accordance with House Bill 3, the ranges above include additional compensation for classroom teachers with more than five (5) years of experience. All salary ranges are adopted annually by the Board of Trustees. The District ensures salary placement for new hires will be based on verified years of experience according to the Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service . These ranges should not be used to project salary amounts for subsequent years.

In addition, teachers and librarians may qualify for the following stipends:

Advanced Degree Stipends

Performance and Other Supplemental Stipends

Bilingual & ESL Stipends

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is prorated based on the effective date of the assignment

Additional stipend information:

EDUCATION:
Bachelors Degree

CERTIFICATION :

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Must hold valid ESL certification or obtain ESL certification by May of the school year in which you are hired

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles.
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 and Administrative Regulations.
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. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
9. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
10. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
11. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned - Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
12. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of North East Independent School District.
13. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
14. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
16. Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
17. Establish and maintain openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
18. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
19. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
20. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills.
21. Successfully complete all professional development training within established timelines as required by the Texas Education Agency and the District.
22. Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
23. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
24. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
25. Maintain confidentiality of information.
26. Report to work on time every day.
27. Perform additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of subjects assigned

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations as they occur
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Ability to concentrate, interpret policy and procedures, reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, memorize, read, coordinate, compile, compute, instruct, and maintain emotional control
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District

- Valid Class "B" Texas Drivers License (Commercial) with a driving record that meets the requirements of the District - Employee must meet the standards set by the Texas Education Agency, Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Public Safety (This requirement is for those teachers assigned supplemental duties that require transporting students in District vehicles) -For secondary middle school teachers who serve as coaches: 70% of coaches on middle school secondary campuses must possess a valid Class "B" Texas Drivers License (Commercial) and have a driving record that meets District standards, which come from the applicable Texas Department of Public Safety and Texas Education Code standards. Should any individual that serves as a coach be unable to meet this requirement for whatever reason, thereby resulting in the campus having fewer than 70% of its coaches meet this standard, then the District may reassign that individual into a different position or other secondary campus in order to achieve the 70% compliance requirement.