High School English Teacher

Rapoport Academy Public School • Waco, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic English teacher to help our high school students bridge the gap between the page and the real world. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of reading and a mastery of the written word, all while preparing our students for college, career, and life. Primary Purpose: 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid TX teaching certificate with required endorsements/training for subject & level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• 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 approved internship

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Attend meeting, as assigned, for students in special populations.
• Fill our required teacher input forms and supply requested documents in a timely manner.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan assignments with teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and summative assessments.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and teachers.
• Read and respond to emails promptly.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in and implement staff development activities and coaching cycles to improve job-related skills.
• Work cooperatively with Instructional Coach on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and data disaggregation.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical & computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Benefits

• Supportive Teaching Team: We offer instructional coaching, content support, mentoring, highly qualified teaching assistants, & professional development.
• Increased Teacher Autonomy & Relaxed Employee Dress Code: We want you to enjoy teaching! And part of that is making sure you are comfortable. We have a relaxed employee dress code and we encourage teachers to bring their own flair and passions to their classes. Jeans and smart-casual dress are fine for staff to wear on school days! You can be yourself here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time