ELAR Teacher - DAEP

Teacher

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.

Bachelor's Degree from accredited University

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

ESL Certification required for all Elementary (K-5) positions

ESL Certification required for ELA and Special Education (6-12)

ESL Certification preferred for all other content areas

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

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 students.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of student's 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 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.

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.

Create classroom environment conductive 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.

Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies are classroom teachers.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Performs other duties as assigned.

As assigned by Campus Principal

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Frequent walking

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise. Work must be performed on site.

Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee…