History Teacher

Job Title: Secondary Teacher

Primary Purpose:
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.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
[Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate]
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subjects
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to be flexible, patient and versatile
Basic technology competencies
           
Experience:
One-year student teaching or approved internship

Basic Responsibilities and Duties:

• Model core organizational beliefs and values; communicate openly and effectively within and across teams/campuses to maximize student success.
• Develop and maintain an alternative classroom environment conducive to effective learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students as well as the safety of all students.
• Develop and implement appropriate alternative lesson plans, as needed, that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required; present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Actively engage students in the alternative learning process; plan and use appropriate alternative instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP), to monitor behavior according to Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and to provide 504 accommodations when needed.
• Monitor and assess academic progress of students through formal and informal assessments; ensure that assessment and feedback are aligned with goals and objectives; provide opportunities for relearning and re-evaluation of material.
• Identify students who are at-risk and develop appropriate strategies to assist these students.
• Utilize technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Monitor attendance of all students in assigned classes; contact parents, counselors, or other school officials regarding an intervention plan for students with serious attendance problems.
• Collaborate with other faculty and administration to improve STAAR-related performance of all students in the DAEP program.
• Effectively implement the discipline-management procedures approved by the campus; interact with students in an equitable manner, including the fair application of rules.
• Utilize effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Establish and maintain professional communication with teachers, parents, students, and district personnel; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with district and campus goals, assigned subject content and the varied needs of alternative/at-risk students.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by TEA, district and campus administration.  File all required reports, records and documents in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentially of all students.
• Maintain close contact with home campus teachers to keep student transitions to and from the DAEP program smooth and successful.
• Encourage and support students with moderate to severe anger, anxiety and/or psychological behaviors on a regular basis.
• Follow-up with former students and home campus teachers periodically after release from DAEP to maintain continuity and to provide support.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).


Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment
Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Contact
Mike Ritchey
Principal
Big Spring High School
432-264-3641