Teacher, Journalism​/Yearbook; Colleyville Heritage High School

Teacher, Journalism/Yearbook

Reports to: Principal

Location: Colleyville Heritage High School, Colleyville, Texas

Job Type: Full‑Time

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Job : 5809150

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Journalism/Yearbook, helping them achieve intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and develop competencies to function successfully in society.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level
• Demonstrated competency in Journalism/Yearbook
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction in core academic areas
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship experience

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation.
• Prepare lessons accommodating differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter following Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment tailored to student needs.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results to plan instruction.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with IEPs.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.

• Use technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor outside activities approved by the principal.
• Be a positive role model and support district mission.

• Create a conducive learning environment appropriate for student development.
• Manage student behavior according to Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Maintain open communication via conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information clearly.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Stay informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.