Teacher, 5th ELA

College Station ISD•College Station, TX

16h

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core 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 teacher develops and delivers instruction, assesses student achievement, manages the classroom, communicates with families and colleagues, and follows district and school requirements. The position is assigned to a campus and works for 187 days. It reports to the Campus Principal and may direct 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 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.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work prolonged or irregular hours.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum and document lesson preparation.
Plan instruction that accommodates individual student differences and uses appropriate strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology based on students’ learning styles and needs.
Assess students’ learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula in accordance with students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods consistent with district requirements.
Assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
Assess student achievement through ongoing formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor 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.
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.
Establish and maintain professional, open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development 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.
Perform other duties assigned by a supervisor or administrator that are consistent with the position’s general requirements and qualifications.