Teacher (Agriculture) - High School

Frisco ISD•Frisco, TX

About The Position

The Teacher (Agriculture) provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned academic subject area to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. The position reports to the Campus Principal and has a 184-day work year. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with district curriculum requirements, assesses student learning, supports students with differing learning needs, and maintains a safe and productive classroom. The role also includes communicating with families and colleagues, participating in professional development and school activities, maintaining required records, and carrying out other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or required training, for the assigned subject and level.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned academic subject area.
Knowledge of the assigned academic subject.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing.
Ability to move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and maintain written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles.
Present subject matter in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Select and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect 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 as needed according to students’ Individual Education Plans.
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching and learning process.
Help students analyze and improve their study methods and habits.
Assess student achievement 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 a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to 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.
Maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Communicate information effectively, accurately, and clearly.
Participate in staff development to improve job-related skills.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.