Dallas: 6th Grade Science/Math Teacher 26-27 SY

ESC Region 11•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of the Principal, the classroom teacher develops and delivers academic instruction and establishes a classroom climate consistent with district policy and philosophy, maximizing students’ intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher implements district curriculum and research-based instructional strategies, differentiates instruction and assessments to meet student needs, and maintains a classroom environment that supports learning and appropriate social behavior. The teacher provides whole-group, small-group, and one-to-one instruction and tutoring as needed; monitors student performance and progress; maintains accurate student records; and communicates with stakeholders. The position also involves collaboration with support teachers, aides, faculty, and staff; monitoring students in assigned settings; participation in staff development and school-community activities; and compliance with district policies and student confidentiality requirements. Other duties may be assigned by campus or academic leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
Must meet Highly Qualified status.
Valid Texas teacher certification in the respective content area and grade level.
ESL certification is required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of constituents or employees.
Ability and/or willingness to learn and use Microsoft Office for spreadsheets, letters, and other written communications.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Implement research-based instructional strategies to promote student achievement.
Differentiate instructional activities according to students’ knowledge, learning styles, and individual needs.
Design and submit engaging, differentiated, standards-based lesson plans according to district guidelines.
Implement the district curriculum as articulated in curriculum documents, including scope and sequence and unit plans.
Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and develop and implement rules and procedures that reinforce appropriate social behavior.
Plan and prepare instructional activities, materials, learning centers, and assessments.
Provide whole-group, small-group, and one-to-one instruction and tutoring as needed.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, student handbook, and campus policies and procedures.
Collaborate with support teachers and aides, including ESL, Special Education, TAG, and RTI staff, to develop and deliver appropriate educational activities and services for at-risk students and students with special needs.
Collaborate with teams, departments, faculty, and staff to ensure consistency in instructional delivery, classroom management, and campus procedures.
Monitor students in assigned settings, including classrooms and drop-off and pick-up areas.
Maintain data-based documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress during interventions.
Maintain professional relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Create authentic, standards-based assessments that demonstrate student mastery and provide timely, supportive feedback on assignments and performance.
Maintain accurate documentation of grades, behavior, and other indicators of student development, and regularly communicate this information to stakeholders.
Maintain confidentiality of student information and comply with district policies, procedures, and expectations.
Participate in extracurricular activities, district and school committees, and other opportunities to develop a positive school community.
Maintain regular on-site attendance and perform other duties assigned by the Principal, Vice Principal, or Chief Academic Officer.