SJH Social Studies

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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• ESL Certification Required (or ability to obtain)
• G/T Certification Preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• 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
• Experience:
  
  Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Salary Information:

Paygrade:
Board-approved teacher hiring scale Days: 187

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructional Strategies
• Student Growth and Development
• Classroom Management and Organization
• Communication
• Professional Growth and Development
• Other

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment;
Posture:
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion:
Frequent walking Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment Environment:
Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours