Kindergarten Teacher

Crandall Independent School District•Hollis, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kindergarten Teacher provides 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. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with district curriculum requirements, accommodates individual student differences, assesses student learning, and supports students’ development in a classroom environment conducive to learning. The role includes collaborating with special education teachers and other staff, communicating regularly with students and parents, maintaining classroom records and materials, supporting school and district policies, and supervising assigned instructional aides. The position may involve in-person, distance, and virtual learning. The listed work environment is primarily indoors, with possible outdoor work and regular exposure to noise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or related training and work experience qualifying for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned core academic subject area.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and 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.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person, distance, and virtual learning that meet district curriculum requirements, documenting preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
Select and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology appropriate to students’ learning styles and needs and consistent with applicable guidelines.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students according to their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee completion.
Assess student achievement through ongoing 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 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.
Be available by phone, email, or video conference to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
Communicate regularly with students and parents through phone, video conference, email, or a district-approved website.
Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development 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.