Teacher-Locally Funded

Job Title: Teacher-Locally Funded Wage/Hour Status: Exempt 

Reports To: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Professional Hiring Schedule 

Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 01/23/2017 

Funding Source: Local 

The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. 

Primary Purpose 

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. 

Qualifications 

Education/Certification 

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university 

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned 

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned 

Special Knowledge/Skills 

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned 

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction 

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior 

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 

Experience 

At least one year student teaching or approved internship 

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable 

Major Responsibilities and Duties 

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. 

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. 

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. 

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. 

Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. 

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal. 

Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district. 

Create 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 

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. 

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 physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. 

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 

Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. 

Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining, and filing all reports, records and other documents required. 

Be prompt in attendance to class periods and other assigned duties. 

Maintain good attendance, and when absent comply with notification procedures and provide adequate preparation for substitute. 

Provide complete and accurate information and facts to supervisors in conducting district business. 

Perform other assigned duties including but not limited to student supervision during recess, before and after school, and student lunch period(s). 

Other 

Perform such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as may, from time to time, be assigned. 

Has demonstrated the district’s established quality customer service standards. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) 

Working Conditions 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 

Maintain emotional control under stress.  Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.