Primary Purpose:
Supports staff with instruction, intervention, and assessments and identifies strategies to meet the instructional needs of at-risk students through a multi-tiered system of supports. 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.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Successful teaching experience preferred.
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 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.
Works cooperatively with classroom teachers to supply intervention to individual and small groups of children using adopted intervention programs for core subjects.
Student Growth and Development
Conduct ongoing assessment and feedback related to student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
Assists, where applicable, in the administration of assessments.
Maintains records on each child as a basis for instruction.
Monitors the progress of children who have completed intervention programs.
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
Be available by phone, e-mail, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents during scheduled work hours.
Communicate with students or parents on a regular basis via phone or video conference, e-mail, or district-approved Learning Management System as directed by district administrative regulations.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Professional Growth and Development
Maintain paperwork consistently, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
Coordinate/facilitate instructional material pilots in assigned content area.
Maintain the confidentiality of schools, teachers, and classrooms.
Obtain prior approval from the Deputy Superintendent before distributing written communication.
Meet regularly with other district Academic Interventions/Coaches and the Teacher Facilitator assigned to the content area.
Present formal and imbedded staff development based upon scientifically research-based strategies throughout the campus to improve job-related skills of teachers.
Provide staff development in the instructional area assigned for district personnel.
Model and coach staff regarding specialized instruction for exceptional and at-risk students.
Consult and collaborate regularly with district-level personnel regarding issues related to student success.
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.
Other
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, phone systems. Video/instructional equipment, and peripherals [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands or wrist
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment
Environment: Work inside from school campus, may work outside; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors. If deemed necessary may need to work from home or location other than school building as directed by supervisor.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours