Secondary Teacher, Math

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher, Math provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social potential and to help them develop competencies and skills for functioning successfully in society. The teacher develops and implements instruction for in-person, distance, and virtual learning in accordance with district curriculum requirements and applicable Texas Education Agency guidelines, Board policies, and administrative regulations. The role includes adapting instruction and curricula for students with special needs in coordination with special education teachers and/or 504 committees, monitoring and assessing student achievement, managing classroom behavior, communicating with students and families, and maintaining a learning environment that supports students’ development. The teacher also participates in professional development, campus and district activities, faculty meetings, committees, and assigned extracurricular activities. The position works 187 days and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Required Texas Teaching Certificate with endorsements for the assigned subject and level, or other permits approved by the state.
At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of assigned subjects.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to instruct.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Keep informed about current legislation, educational developments, literature, and research in education and the assigned subject through professional organizations, conferences, staff development, and other professional growth activities.
Develop instructional plans for in-person, distance, and virtual learning that meet district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of implementation.
Work with special education teachers and/or 504 committees to modify curricula according to students’ Individual Education Plans or 504-accommodation plans.
Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons, instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that accommodate individual student needs.
Collaborate with staff to plan and implement instructional goals, objectives, and methods that address the needs of special populations.
Plan, supervise, and evaluate purposeful assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers.
Use technology to plan, organize, and implement instruction and classroom management functions.
Help students analyze and understand the learning process so they can become lifelong learners.
Monitor and assess student achievement using informal and formal testing procedures.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and cooperate with sponsors of school-approved activities.
Model professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
Create in-person and virtual classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development, and take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Manage classroom behavior in accordance with the District Discipline Management Plan, Board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans.
Assist with selecting textbooks, supplies, equipment, instructional materials, and technology resources.
Be available by phone, email, or video conference to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
Communicate regularly with students and parents by phone, video conference, email, or a district-approved website.
Establish open communication and maintain professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in personal and professional improvement and campus and district staff development.
Follow applicable federal, state, district, and campus regulations and policies; compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on committees as required.
Maintain discretion and confidentiality.
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).