CTE - Construction Science Teacher

New Braunfels•New Braunfels, TX

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, and enable them to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. The teacher develops and implements instruction aligned with district curriculum and applicable Texas Education Agency, board, and administrative guidelines; assesses student learning; manages the classroom; communicates with students, parents, colleagues, and community members; and participates in professional development and school activities. The role supervises assigned teacher aides and may involve prolonged or irregular hours and districtwide or statewide travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for the assigned subject and level.
Knowledge of assigned subjects.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.
ESL certification is required within six months of employment for elementary and secondary core teachers.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and document preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles.
Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment based on students’ learning styles and needs.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with special education needs according to their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
Use technology to strengthen teaching and learning.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Assess student achievement on an ongoing basis through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor activities approved by the campus principal.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Communicate information accurately and clearly.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Supervise assigned teacher aides.