2026-2027 Elementary School Teacher

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Effectively utilizes school technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending all training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by the Principal;

Maintains regular attendance;

Complies with Federal and State law and school policies and regulations;

Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning;

Teaches instructional subjects according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, and school-approved curriculum (TEKS);

Instructs students in citizenship, character development and basic subject matter as specified by school policy;

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil and ensure written plans are available for review;

Ensures lesson plans show modifications for differences in student learning styles;

Designs instructional activities by using data from student learning style assessments;

Collaborates with special education and ESL teachers on student Individual Educations Plans to ensure all modifications are met;

Task analyzes and translates lessons into developmentally appropriate learning experiences;

Models citizenship and lessons for students;

Uses effective Classroom Management techniques that foster a safe and positive environment for all students and staff;

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;

Reports any pertinent information to the Principal in case of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse;

Establishes, shares, and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere;

Controls student behavior in agreement with the student handbook;

Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children;

Evaluates pupil’s academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports;

Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans;

Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the student’s needs;

Helps students assess and enhance their study methods and habits;

Produces formal and informal testing to evaluate student success;

Coordination and management of extracurricular duties as assigned and sponsorship of outside activities approved by the principal;

Establishes communication rapport with parents, students, principals, and teachers through conferences;

Creates and maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members to support the success of a diverse student population;

Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions;

Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;

Enriches job skills through continuing education and professional development activities and assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;

Participates in curriculum development, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship, as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises classroom assistants, students, and volunteers.

Other Responsibilities

Performs Other Related Work As Required.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

General Office Equipment Personal Computer

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field; At least 1 year of teaching experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate preferred; or demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area(s) assigned. Valid Texas driver’s license

Mental and Physical Abilities

Ability to meet attendance requirements;

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively;

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria; auditorium, and recreational areas;

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required;

Other limited physical activities may be required;

Occasional movement of students by wheel chairs and other mechanical devices may be required;

Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary.

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards;

Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary;

Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels;

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards;

Occasional movement of students by wheel chairs and other mechanical devices may be required;

Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary.