Art Teacher, HS

Job Title

Teacher – High School

Starting Date: Immediately

Days per year: 187

Salary Minimum: $62,750

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale

The High School Teacher is responsible for implementing the District instructional program and educational philosophy in the subject area or grade level designated in accordance with District goals, policies and procedures.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Preferred:

• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze student performance data
• Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities
• Willingness to work in small learning communities

• Teaches in accordance with staff
  • Displays effective teaching practices in an effort to ensure authentic student engagement
  • Designs effective lesson plans with immediate and long‑range goals.
  • Designs lessons that demonstrate real‑world relevance.
  • Uses time efficiently.
  • Chooses appropriate materials.
  • Presents subject matter clearly.
  • Coordinates and plans with team.
  • Monitors student performance using formative and summative assessments.
  • Analyzes student performance data and develops a plan for student improvement.
  • Implements the RTO process when appropriate.
  • Participates in professional learning.
  • Utilizes technology to support and enhance instruction.
  • Works on inter‑disciplinary teams to focus on curriculum integration, relevance and student learning.
• Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning
  • Organizes procedures for effective classroom management.
  • Organizes the assigned teaching area in an efficient, appealing, and safe manner.
  • Provides flexibility for individual and group learning.
  • Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self‑control and responsibility.
  • Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with students.
  • Works individually with students in a tutorial setting.
• Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student safety and support
  • Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school‑related activities on and off campus.
  • Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational setting.
  • Instructs students in school safety and emergency drills.
  • Participates in special activities and programs provided for students.
  • Cooperates with and supports co‑curricular activities provided.
  • Participates in the co‑curricular activities appropriate to the subject area or area of interest.
  • Works with appropriate administrators and maintenance staff to ensure student safety in the classroom, hallways, laboratories and other school areas.
• Initiates communications with families
  • Informs parents of students’ progress.
  • Keeps parents informed of any behavior or attendance concerns.
• Cooperates with appropriate record keeping
  • Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date records for student performance in an online gradebook.
  • Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
  • Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials and funds provided by the District.
  • Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals.
  • Meets required record‑keeping formats and timelines.
• Exemplifies professionalism in behavior
  • Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work.
  • Works with team leaders, department chair and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of performance.
  • Exemplifies professionalism and supports the District vision and campus.
  • Promotes understanding of District programs and…