ELAR / Journalism Teacher (High School)

South San Antonio Independent School District•San Antonio, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject area to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop the competencies and skills needed to function successfully in society. Develop and implement curriculum-aligned lessons, adapt instruction to student needs, assess achievement, manage the classroom, and collaborate with colleagues, families, and community members. The teacher may direct assigned instructional aides and is responsible for assigned extracurricular activities and other duties required by the campus or district.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or required training, for the assigned subject and level.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned core academic subject area.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Student teaching, an approved internship, or related work experience.
Satisfactory outcome of a fingerprinting background check; the employee pays a non-refundable fee of approximately $50.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in the content area preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that meet district curriculum requirements and document lesson preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
Select and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology based on students’ learning styles and needs, and present subject matter in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Assess students’ learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with special education needs in accordance with their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
Assess student achievement on an ongoing basis using formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor outside 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 for 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.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Maintain professional relationships 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 aides.