AVID Teacher Job San Antonio area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

AVID Teacher

Harlandale Independent School District Kingsborough MS, San Antonio, Texas – Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Starting Date:
Immediately
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary: $60,000 Per Year

Job Summary

Certified teachers provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program. The teacher will assist students receive the additional academic, social, and emotional support that will help them succeed in the school’s most rigorous courses. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
General 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
Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum

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 and use results to plan instructional activities

Work cooperatively with special 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 and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal

Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district

Create classroom environment conducive 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 for classroom teachers

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

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s)

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks and other classroom or adaptive equipment.

Terms of Employment

Salary: $60,000 Per Year
Minimum Work Days: 187

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