PreK Teacher (EC-4 or EC-6 Certified) - Manor, TX

Compass Rose Public Schools (TX) • San Antonio, TX

36d • $59,225 - $73,085

About The Position

Redefine what's possible in public education. It is your primary responsibility to prepare all students with the academic and social skills necessary to persist and engage productively in their communities. However, learning does not stop in the classroom. At Compass Rose, we engage with the community regularly, asking families what they want to see from their graduates, listening to them, and taking their wishes seriously, and we use the information we learn to shape our schools. Our goal is to always align our program with the desires of our community. To this end, you teach: A set of college-bound academic, culturally relevant skills that prepare students to be successful in college and the competitive world beyond. A set of social/emotional skills related to how we treat one another, work as a team and coach ourselves to work through the challenges we face.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
• Have content knowledge in the area you are applying as indicated by your major/minor, previous experiences, or certifications.
• For PreK teachers: Hold an active EC-6 Certificate
• For SPED Teachers; Hold an active SPED Certification
• Can pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience
• Teacher certification for core content
• K-3: Reading Academy Certified

Responsibilities

• Instructional materials align to state content standards and are appropriate for various learners, requiring intellectual preparation that considers potential misconceptions.
• Data assessments collect/analyze formal and informal data to monitor progress of all students.
• All lessons connect to students' prior knowledge and experiences.
• Questions encourage all students to engage in complex, higher-order thinking.
• Set academic expectations that challenge and create productive struggle.
• Persist with the lesson, ask probing questions, and address student mistakes until there is evidence that students demonstrate mastery of the objective.
• Consistently implement an 80/20 classroom where 80% of the time students are engaged in rigorous practice, different types of thinking and doing the heavy cognitive lift to take the initiative of their own learning.
• Convey accurate content knowledge in multiple contexts.
• Integrate learning objectives with other disciplines.
• Always presents content that is reflective of and affirming to students' identities and brings awareness to global context.
• Adapt lessons to address the individual needs of all students and provide differentiated instructional methods and content to ensure students have the opportunity to master what is being taught.
• Procedures, routines, and transitions are clear and efficient to create a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment.
• Consistently engages in community and restorative circles with students.
• The teacher builds trust authentically and cares for the whole child as well as the family unit the child is a part of.
• Advocates for the needs of students in the classroom.
• Meet professional standards in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators and Compass Rose Employee handbook/policies. (e.g., attendance, professional appearance, and behaviors, timeliness to work, meeting deadlines, uses discretion with confidential information, using good judgment in performing responsibilities)
• Set short- and long-term professional goals based on self-assessment, reflection, and supervisor feedback.
• Engage in professional learning communities and meetings
• Communicate with parents/guardians regularly regarding and not limited to academics, attendance, social-emotional well-being, etc.
• Exemplify the mission, vision, and goals of the school to students, colleagues, parents, and families.
• Abide by COVID policies in place at the time of employment
• Maintain electronic grade books and timely submission of grades
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins and observation debrief meetings
• Provide after-school or Saturday tutoring as well as student recruitment events
• Attend campus and network professional development
• Hold and attend parent-teacher meetings and report-card pick-up.
• participate actively in a minimum number of student recruitment events annually (as determined and network and school guidance).
• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings

Benefits

• Competitive salary based upon credentials and experience ranging from $59,225 to $73,085 (Teacher salary here) paid out on a 12-month basis.
• Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, and supplementary coverage with multiple plan options and telehealth services
• Mental Health and Wellness Supports: Employee Assistance Access for All Employees with access to counseling services. If on benefits, additional wellness resources available.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid local personal days, paid bereavement leave, and paid parental leave as well as all school holidays
• Participation in Texas Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
• Employee assistance programs that provide access to mental and emotional well-being support

What This Job Offers

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