3 Teacher - 1st Grade (2023-2024) Jobs in Keller, TX
Keller ISD is Hiring a Teacher - 1st Grade (2023-2024) Near Keller, TX
SUMMARY:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic 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.
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
- Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; communicate openly and effectively within and across teams; and manage resources to effectively support District goals.
- Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
- Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Instructional Strategies:
- Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person learning that fulfill the requirements of
lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- 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 assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
Student Growth and Development:
- 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.
Classroom Management and Organization:
- 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 selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Communication:
- Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents,
Professional Growth and Development:
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Comply with State, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Other:
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
- Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
- Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written
- Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
- Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
- Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
- Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate
Experience:
- Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Tools/Equipment Used:
- Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals
Posture:
- Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
- Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists
Lifting:
- Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
Environment:
- Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building; regular exposure to noise
- No remote work
Mental Demands:
- Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours
INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit, or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
Job Summary
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$50k-74k (estimate)
04/07/2023
05/22/2024
kellerisd.net
KELLER, TX
3,000 - 7,500
Private
STEVE DUNMORE
$200M - $500M
Elementary & Secondary Education
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