Teacher - Pre K

Jubilee Academies•Harlingen, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Kindergarten Teacher provides learning activities and experiences that support students’ intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop the skills to function successfully in society. The teacher develops and delivers curriculum-aligned instruction, assesses student progress, adapts instruction to students’ learning styles and needs, and supports students’ development and behavior in a positive classroom environment. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position for 190 workdays, Monday through Friday, at Jubilee Harlingen in Harlingen, Texas. The workday begins at 7:30 a.m. The position is funded through State Compensatory Education funds and is contingent upon annual ESEA Title I, Part A grant funding. The teacher reports to the Campus Principal and may supervise assigned teacher aides or volunteers.

Requirements

At least a bachelor’s degree, with official transcripts showing the degree was awarded.
At least two years of experience in early childhood education and service.
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area.
Belief in the mission and vision of Jubilee Academies.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to stand frequently and for prolonged periods; stoop, bend, pull, and push; and move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement curriculum-aligned lesson plans, including an emergency lesson plan folder covering two days of instruction.
Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles and needs, and use assessment results to plan instruction.
Present subject matter in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Select and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula in accordance with students’ Individual Education Plans.
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers.
Participate in extended-day and weekend tutoring as required, and undertake other assigned duties.
Help students improve study methods and habits and develop self-discipline and responsibility.
Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing and support assigned extracurricular activities.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school’s mission.
Promote student discipline, attendance, and punctuality.
Create and maintain a positive, orderly classroom environment appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, student handbook, and discipline management plan.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Maintain open communication with parents, students, directors, and teachers, and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, families, and community members.
Present information clearly and accurately using effective communication skills.
Participate in staff development to improve job-related skills and stay current with developments in education.
Follow the staff dress code, arrive at the first morning class 15 minutes before the class bell, and maintain working relationships with staff and parents.
Participate in two school committees and chair one committee.
Inform the School Assistant Director about maintenance problems.
Participate in school fundraising activities and complete required reports, records, and other documents.
Communicate the charter’s mission to the public and encourage community support.
Recognize charter and community needs and initiate activities to address them.
Promote parent and community involvement and participate in student recruitment.
Foster a constructive learning climate, promote fairness across cultural backgrounds, and communicate in ways that sustain the Jubilee culture.