HS ELAR/ESL Teacher (26-27 SY) - MacArthur HS

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject areas 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 a global society.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education/Certification: Bachelor’s Degree; Valid Texas teaching certificate for subject/level assigned; Completion of Texas Reading Academy required for Elementary; ESL Supplemental Certification preferred
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned; Knowledge of curriculum and instruction; Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior; Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; Fluent with technology use and actively integrates technology to enhance student learning
• Minimum Experience: At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Access and use available data to plan and implement appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned (i.e. gifted and talented, bilingual/ESL, 504, etc.).
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers/staff to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established by Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) while working with students in the classroom.
• Use appropriate technologies to strengthen and enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formative and summative assessments.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. May sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student