Teacher - Science

Teacher

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: DSISD Teacher Compensation Scale

Date Revised: 02/24/2025

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 an 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

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of 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 curriculum requirements and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of student learning styles and needs in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students in accordance with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods aligned with district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development:

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal methods.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor approved activities.
• Serve as a positive role model and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for student development.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in the selection of instructional materials and equipment.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and required documentation.

Communication:

• Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other:

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

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.