High School History Teacher & Coach

Central Heights ISD•Nacogdoches, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves teaching high school history and coaching. The teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans, assessing student learning, managing classroom behavior, and fostering student growth. Additionally, the position requires maintaining open communication with parents and colleagues, participating in professional development, and potentially supervising teacher aides. The teacher must adhere to district and state guidelines, including those from the Texas Education Agency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and 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

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program.
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an 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).
Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings, department meetings, and serve on staff committees as required.
Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), if applicable.