Teaching Associate

Description:

Hamshire-Fannett ISD seeks individuals that have a passion for teaching but may not have finished their degree. The district has started a “Grow-Your-Own” program aimed at non-degree individuals who are willing to work as a teaching associate full-time will completing their degree online. Selected candidates will earn an associate salary and benefits, and get college tuition and fees paid by the district.

In addition, the district will also fund the associate’s certification process. Each associate will be assigned an instructional coach in order to help ensure a successful teaching and learning experience for students and the candidate.

Primary

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. Candidates work full-time while completing degree and certifications requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Minimum of 60 college hours from accredited university

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Fluency in foreign language for LOTE teachers

[Physical Education Teachers:
Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate]

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Some knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Willingness to develop skills of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

No direct teaching experience required

Participation in preservice activities

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 differences in 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.

Student Growth and Development

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 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

Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students,…