American Sign Language Teacher (25-26)

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher – High School (2100)

Reports to: Campus Principal

Dept. / Campus: Campus Assigned

Duty Days: 187

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: A17

Date Revised: 02/2021 

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned (ASL certified)

Knowledge of American Sign Language TEKS

Fluency in American Sign Language

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of design and delivery issues related to alignment for best results in student achievement

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Student teaching or approved internship

Known and used ASL for a minimum of 5 years preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
5. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Cooperate with other members of staff for planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
8. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
10. Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
11. Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing and use results to plan instructional activities.
12. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
13. Present positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
14. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
15. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations and IEPs.
16. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
17. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
18. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
20. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
21. Participate in the district staff development program.
22. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
23. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
24. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
25. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
26. Articulate the district’s mission and goals in areas of assigned responsibilities to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
27. Demonstrate awareness of district/community needs and initiate activities to meet identified needs.
28. Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.\
29. Support classroom lessons through tutorials and study materials.

Equipment Used:

Computer, FAX, copier, document camera, VCR, laser disc player, tape recorder, projector, and other

specialized equipment that is particularly unique to the teaching assignment

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) and student teacher(s).

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
May require standing for long periods of time
Repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computer

The position requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, sitting, and keyboarding

Position requires the ability to lift 25 pounds to waist high

Must have the ability to move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress.


This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.

Salary : $63,344 - $83,774