Teacher - Anatomy and Astrology (11th and 12th Grade)

About the role

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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. Reports to the Campus Principal. Length of term: 190 workdays, at‑will employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill school curriculum requirements, with written evidence of preparation.
• Prepare emergency lesson plan folder covering 2 days of material.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of student learning styles and needs.
• 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 SPED students per Individual Education Plans.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Participate in extended day and weekend school tutoring as required.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Teach students to work toward self‑discipline and responsibility.
• 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 Assistant Director.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the school mission.
• Ensure good student discipline by regular attendance and punctuality.
• Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social, and emotional development.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook, using a discipline management plan (ground rules, reinforcement steps, lesson agenda).
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, directors, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships 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.
• Adhere to staff dress code; arrive 15 minutes before the first morning class bell.
• Maintain good working relationships with Jubilee Academies staff and parents.
• Actively participate in two school committees and chair one committee.
• Keep the Jubilee Academies School Assistant Director informed of maintenance problems.
• Actively support and participate in fundraising activities.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents.
• Stay abreast of new developments in education.
• May supervise assigned teacher aide(s) or volunteers.
• Convey the charter’s mission to the public and encourage support.
• Illustrate understanding of charter and community needs and begin activities to meet those needs.
• Demonstrate productive and efficient skills to raise community and parent involvement.
• Actively participate in student recruitment efforts.
• Encourage a constructive, thoughtful climate for learning.
• Promote fairness for students and staff from all cultural backgrounds.
• Communicate with students and staff in a manner that promotes and sustains the Jubilee culture.

Requirements

• Hold at least a bachelor’s degree and present official transcripts showing the degree awarded.
• Demonstrate competency in the core academic subject area.
• Must fully believe in the mission and vision of Jubilee Academies.

Skills

• Lesson planning and preparation with written evidence.
• Assessment of student learning styles and using results to inform instruction.
• Designing and delivering differentiated instruction.
• Integrating technology into teaching and learning.
• Classroom management and behavior intervention strategies.
• Effective communication with parents, students, staff, and community.
• Collaboration with special education and general education teams.
• Professional development and continuous learning.
• Committee participation and leadership.
• Fundraising and community engagement support.
• Record keeping and documentation compliance.

Schedule

Full‑time; Monday‑Friday.