2nd Grade Teacher (26-27)

DECATUR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Decatur, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, English as a Second Language (ESL/TESL), Equipment Selection, File Maintenance, Formal Verification, Lesson Plans, Multilingual, Regulations, Staff Development, Student Conduct, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials, University/School Policies, University/School Regulations, Volunteer Management
LOCATION
Decatur, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Available for the 2026-2027 School Year - 4 day School Week

Primacy 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.

Education

  • Bachelors degree from accredited university
  • Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
  • Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

ESL/GT Certification

  • Preferred

Experience

  • Student teaching or approved internship required

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

  1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
  2. 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.
  3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
  4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
  5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
  6. Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

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

Classroom Management and Organization

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

Communication

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

Professional Growth and Development

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

In Addition to state requirements for teacher certification, the employee who teaches at least one core class will hold the following SBEC certificates: a. Gifted and Talented Supplement or 30 Requisite hours of GT Training. b. English as a Second Language or Bilingual Supplemental.

About the Company

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DECATUR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT