Kindergarten Teacher

This job is also posted in Bay City Independent Sch Dist

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title:Kindergarten Teacher

Exemption Status/ Test:Exempt/ Professional

Reports to:Principal

Department/ School:Assigned Campus

Minimum Salary:$50,800

Annual Work Calendar Days:187 Days

Primary

Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the 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

Benefits:

Why Bay City ISD?

• Employee Medical Coverage starting at $30/ month
• Employee & Dependent Coverage starting at $343/ month
• Optional Add-On Benefits such as Dental, Vision, and Disability Leave Benefits
• personal leave and sick leave days
• Paid $15,000 Life Insurance Policy
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
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Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Teaching Certification Issued by Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level.

Teachers must obtain ESL Certification within one year of employment, if not already certified.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge ofcore academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience:

One year student teaching or approved internship

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.
• Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to students code of conduct and student handbook
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

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