7th Grade Math​/Science Teacher; Campus Bissonnet

Overview

Math Teacher. Teachers are responsible for executing on the mission by ensuring that all students improve academically and demonstrate our core values. They provide high-quality, data-driven instruction and instructional support to all learners, and collaborate with colleagues, including special education teachers, to ensure accommodations and modifications needed to master the standards.

• Instruction & Student Learning:
  Utilize daily speaking, writing, interacting, reading, and listening to support students’ language acquisition and help all students advance at least one level on TELPAS
• Implement state learning standards and Etoile Academy Charter School curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• For Math, utilize scripted curriculum with daily lessons, exit tickets, homework, mid-module assessments and end-of-unit assessments
• Learn, master, and deliver content and grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update gradebook weekly
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis
• Use technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system and build a strong sense of community in the classroom
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify
• Host tutoring sessions as needed and regularly pull small groups to close academic gaps
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on student needs

• Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations aligned with Étoile Academy’s REACH values
• Establish strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment
• Implement positive classroom management strategies that foster a safe and structured space for learning
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives, such as advisory/intervention programs, extracurricular activities, or community events
• Deliver grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and instructional materials with appropriate rigor
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis
• Maintain the school’s behavior management system and build a strong sense of community in the classroom

• Participate in weekly professional development, instructional coaching, and data-driven planning meetings
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, instructional leaders, and support staff to enhance curriculum and student outcomes
• Engage in continuous learning and improvement through research-based best practices in language education
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues, students, and families based on trust, understanding and respect
• Participate in weekly check-ins, grade-level meetings, live coaching by instructional leaders, and school-wide meetings
• Engage in district-approved personal learning and development (summer/year-long)
• Effective facilitation and use of technology as a communication and educational tool

• Open to sharing and implementing feedback with reverence and professionalism (Respect)
• Authentic care for student results and effective teaching (Excellence)
• Setting a higher bar for yourself and others (Ambition)
• Honest contribution and collaboration to the community (Community)
• Do what is needed…