Pre-K Teacher

Crandall Independent School District • Hollis, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-K Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject area to support intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help students develop the competencies and skills to function successfully in society. The teacher plans and delivers instruction, assesses student learning, manages the classroom, communicates with families and colleagues, and follows district and school policies and safety procedures. The role directs assigned instructional aides.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or related training and work experience qualifying for a certification waiver under the District of Innovation Plan.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person, distance, and virtual learning that meet district curriculum requirements, with written preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences and use appropriate strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology 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 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 its completion.
• Assess student achievement on an ongoing basis through 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 and maintain 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, and take 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 conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
• Communicate regularly with students and parents using 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 professional 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level