High School Science Teacher

Little Elm ISD • Little Elm, TX

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with district curriculum and applicable state and district requirements, adapts instruction to students’ learning styles and individual needs, assesses achievement, and supports a safe and productive classroom environment. The role also includes working with colleagues, families, instructional aides, and volunteers; participating in school activities and professional development; and carrying out other duties as assigned. The position is assigned to a campus, reports to the Campus Principal, and must be performed on site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for the assigned subject and level.
• Demonstrated competency in the assigned core academic subject.
• Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• ESL certification is required for all Elementary (K–5) positions and for ELA and Special Education (6–12) positions.

Nice To Haves

• ESL certification is preferred for all other content areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation; accommodate differences among individual students.
• Use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology based on students’ learning styles and needs and applicable guidelines.
• Assess students’ learning styles and use the results to plan instruction.
• Work with education teachers to modify curricula for special education students as needed under their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
• Assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
• Assess student achievement through ongoing formal and informal testing.
• Assume assigned extracurricular responsibilities and sponsor activities approved by the Campus Principal.
• Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
• Create a classroom environment appropriate for students’ learning and 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.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
• Maintain professional relationships and 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 applicable to classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Direct the work of assigned instructional aides.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time