Teacher, PreK

Date Posted: 2/3/2025

Location:

District Wide
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Position Type:
Campus Teacher:
Elementary/ Prekindergarten

Job Title:

Teacher Elementary

Reports To:

Principal and/or Assistant Principal
FLSA Status:
Exempt

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

• Develops and implements plans for curriculum program which provides for effective teaching strategies.
• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Presents the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustees policies, and administrative regulations.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved.
• Discusses student’s academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents/guardians on a regular basis and in accordance with campus guidelines and procedures.
• Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the district's philosophy, goals, and curriculum objectives as outlined in the adopted course of study.
• Participates in professional learning opportunities for campus faculty and staff.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, textbooks, and facilities.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for educational aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
• Encourages student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
• Provides progress and interim reports as required.
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities, as assigned, and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
• Presents a positive role model that supports the mission of the school and district.
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Develops, in accordance with district and building guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques which are consistently applied.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Communicates, orally and written, and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community in a positive manner.
• Maintains a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Uses acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participates in the district's professional development program.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
• Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Keeps informed of and complies with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compiles, maintains, and files all required reports, records, and other documents.
• Attends staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
• Demonstrates and utilizes technology and audiovisual teaching aids to present subject matter to class.
• Prepares, administers, and corrects tests, and records results.
• Assigns lessons, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations.
• Teaches rules of conduct and social skills.
• Counsels students with adjustment and academic problems and refers students to appropriate personnel, as needed.
• Maintains grade records as required by school.
• Maintains accurate attendance records and identifies chronic attendance problems that affect student learning.
• Contacts parents when absences impact student achievement.
• Coordinates class field trips.
• Maintains order and discipline in classroom.
• Maintai…