Teacher - Hospital Setting

Edinburg Independent School District • Edinburg, TX

325d • $57,300 - $80,668 • Remote

About The Position

The position involves providing students with appropriate distance, virtual, or face-to-face learning in the assigned academic subject area to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher will enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the children and fostering positive relationships with families, children, and co-workers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned (K-12) (Sp. Ed. EC-12).
• Knowledge of subjects assigned.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face-to-face learning to fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and needs.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process and provide blended learning opportunities in the classroom environment.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students, supporting the mission of the school district.
• Maintain utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
• Complete documentation and record keeping required.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during a scheduled conference period or designated office hours to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
• Communicate daily with all students or parents via Google Classroom, Google Meet, Microsoft Office 365 Email, or phone or video conference.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Provide ongoing feedback of student achievement through formal and informal methods on mastery of lessons as per established district grading procedures.
• Participate in staff development activities 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 all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree