Secondary Theater Teacher

School District/Employer:
Charter/Private,

Position: Teacher,

High School
Middle School
Theater Arts

Job Title: SECONDARY THEATRE TEACHER
School: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN, TEXAS
School Profile
Type of School: An open-enrollment public charter school for both male and females, Grades K-12.
First graduating class of 16 students occurred in May 2012.
Enrollment Estimated Totals For This School Year:
Middle School (5-8) 550
High School (9-12) 550
Small school advantage with class size in grades K-5 capped at 125; Numerous college preparatory Advanced Placement (AP), honors and Dual Credit courses offered

• D. designated school that developes independent learners
• Substantial use of blended learning instruction combining highly qualified and certified teachers using the latest in student-centric technology
• Located on a 53-acre small college like campus
• Member of the University Interscholastic League since 2010
• First charter school in the greater Austin area to offer competitive UIL Athletics, Academic and Performing Arts

Gateway is accredited by the Texas Education Agency.
100% of the student body is college-bound
► Academic Achievement Profile
School Ideal: Citizen. Scholar. School Mascot: Gators
School Colors: Forest Green, Orange, and Gray
School Emblem:
Orenda Charter School District, Gateway College Preparatory School
School District:
Orenda Charter Schools
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: POSITION: SECONDARY THEATRE

GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TX

*****TIA Designated Teachers encouraged to apply
Provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help students develop competencies and skills to be successful in post-secondary education.
Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal.
Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
Adheres to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing student in the subject and grade level assigned.
Provide effective and innovative learning experiences for students at a college preparatory level.
Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.
Education:
Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with required endorsements; Secondary Theater 4-12
Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, in-door, and out-of-door activities and some lifting.
Must have and maintain a level of general physical/emotional health which permits effective performance of duties.
Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums
Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
Legal Services Qualifications:
A formal application is required for consideration of an Orenda Education employment opportunities. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.