Newcomer Academy Teacher

Position: 2026-2027 Newcomer Academy Teacher
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.

Coordinates and provides leadership for the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Texas Teaching Certification

Bilingual/ESL Endorsement

LPAC Experience, training preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to research and develop teaching units

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of effective instructional strategies for LEP students

Knowledge of concepts regarding the nature of language acquisition

Understanding of federal, state and local assessment and accountability systems

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in the Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Instructional Management

The teacher promotes improvement of instruction through activities such as the following:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district 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 federal regulations, 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 diverse needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers to modify curricula as needed for students with special needs (i.e., Special Education, 504, Bilingual).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
• Attend annual LPAC training and serve as chairperson of Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC)

• Coordinate with the Registrar's Office to ensure appropriate screening and placement of new students
• Coordinator mid-year LPAC to determine appropriate testing status on each student identified as LEP
• Coordinate end of year LPACs
• Coordinate and document regular monitoring of ELL students recently dismissed from LEP status

Student Growth and Development

The teacher fosters student growth and development through activities such as the following:

• 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.

Classroom Management and Organization Improvement

The teacher works to improve the classroom, school or organization through activities such as the following:

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage students' 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.

Communication…