Teacher-ELAR

Lake Dallas Middle School, Lake Dallas, Texas. Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: 187 Dept/School: Assigned Campus 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 related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI). Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned. Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate. Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of core academic subject assigned, curriculum and instruction, ability to instruct students and manage their behavior, strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience: Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience. Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district’s curriculum program requirements and include written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for 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 and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. Perform all other duties as assigned. 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 staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements. Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers 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 campus principal. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district. 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, students, colleagues and community members. Supervise and monitor students. 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. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Perform all other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct the work of assigned instructional aides. Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; Automated external defibrillator (AED) for Physical Education teachers. 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 textbooks 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. 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 or skills that may be required. Position Information Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $60,000 to $86,570 per year Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education