What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Founders Classical Academy position at - Founders Classical Academy of Prosper, TX?
Position Summary:
Teaches and facilitates learning for students in a Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) school, maintaining academic progress, administering formative and summative assessments, interpret student data and develop instruction accordingly, manage classroom discipline and maintaining accurate records. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.
Education/Certification and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from accredited College or University
- Must meet Highly Qualified (HQ) requirements with at least one of the following: (1) Texas State Teacher’s Certification as a Generalist or in subject to be taught); or (2) passing score on an ExCET/TExES exam on subject to be taught; or (3) Academic major or coursework equivalent in the subject to be taught.
· Teaching experience is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Passion for students
Able to maintain a classroom of approximately 25 students
Ability and patience to work interactively with students
Computer literate
Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
Able to learn and implement teaching curriculum programs and instruct students on utilization
Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
Ability to communicate with all levels of students, parents, co-workers, and Campus Director
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessments scoring, and grade point average
Flexibility with changes, etc
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Responsibilities and Duties:
Responsible for the Instructional and Program Management for all students assigned, including but not limited to, classroom instruction, after-school and Saturday tutorials.
Administer and monitor Diagnostic Tests to determine a student’s performance level.
Instruct and motivate students in all course study.
Assign lessons and correct homework in a timely manner.
Administer tests to evaluate student’s progress, records result, and issue reports to inform parents of progress.
Maintain discipline in the classroom.
Maintain a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, attractive and stimulating.
Set a good housekeeping example in the classroom and encourage students to follow this example.
Communicate with parents and schedule periodic meetings, before or after school, to discuss student progress and problems.
Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build self-esteem and promote continued success.
Praise students, compliment them and encourage them in order to build character.
Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experience.
Prepare classroom instructions to promote student success on state assessment exams.
Work closely with the Special Education teacher to ensure special education student modifications are being implemented.
Perform related duties such as assisting students, and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.
Other Responsibilities and Duties:
Master the Responsive Education Solutions Classical Curriculum System in order to assist the students in mastering the system.
Read and comply with the ResponsiveEd Procedures Manual, Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and the Employee Handbook.
Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned.
NOTE: After normal business hours may be needed.
Equipment Used:
All equipment required to perform jobs duties and task previously described.
Physical / Environmental Factors:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $42,000 - $50,000