Teacher 1st - Jackson-Keller Elementary

RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION Location: Jackson-Keller ES Work Schedule: 10 Months Work Type: Regular Full-Time Exempt: Yes REASONS TO JOIN NEISD CLASSROOM TEACHERS* COMPENSATION: Salaries for new classroom teachers are based on the salary ranges below (10-month work schedule) Min 5 years 10 Years 15 years 20 Years Max $57,500 $63,100 $64,950 $66,950 $69,050 $70,700 • Texas Education Code§48.158 defines "classroom teacher as an educator who is employed by a school district and who, not less than an average of four hours each day, teaches in an academic instructional setting or a career and technology setting. A ll salary ranges are adopted annually by the Board of Trustees. The District ensures salary placement for new hires will be based on verified years of experience according to the Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service . These ranges should not be used to project salary amounts for subsequent years. In addition, teachers and librarians may qualify for the following stipends: Advanced Degree Stipends Performance and Other Supplemental Stipends Bilingual & ESL Stipends **IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is pro-rated based on the effective date of the assignment** EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree CERTIFICATION: Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for level assigned High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education Agency. PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY: Responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of every student; establish effective rapport with students; provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to become a responsible citizen and function successfully in society. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles. 2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. 3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board Policies and Administrative Regulations. 4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. 5. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. 6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). 7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to District requirements. 8. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process. 9. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. 10. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. 11. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned - Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal. 12. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of North East Independent School District. 13. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. 14. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. 15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. 16. Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials. 17. Establish and maintain openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers. 18. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members. 19. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. 20. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills. 21. Successfully complete all professional development training within established timelines as required by the Texas Education Agency and the District. 22. Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers. 23. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents. 24. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 25. Maintain confidentiality of information. 26. Report to work on time every day. 27. Perform additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: - Knowledge of subjects assigned • General knowledge of curriculum and instruction • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior • Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations as they occur • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community • Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format • Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems • Ability to concentrate, interpret policy and procedures, reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, memorize, read, coordinate, compile, compute, instruct, and maintain emotional control • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills • Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District- Valid Class "B" Texas Drivers License (Commercial) with a driving record that meets the requirements of the District - Employee must meet the standards set by the Texas Education Agency, Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Public Safety (This requirement is for those teachers assigned supplemental duties that require transporting students in District vehicles) PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to drive personal vehicle in the performance of assigned tasks. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or qualifications that may be required. The District reserves the right to amend the essential responsibilities for this position. Application to a specific job opening does not guarantee an individual will maintain this assignment permanently upon employment. All employees are subject to reassignment based on their qualifications and the needs of the District. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed. North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.