Primary Purpose:

Fulfill daily responsibilities of the regular employee in their absence.  Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic/elective 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:
High school diploma

Special Knowledge/Skills:
General knowledge of core academic subject assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Some experience working with children

Pay Grade:  Daily Rate ($105 - Texas Certified Teacher, $95 - Bachelors Degree, $85 - Associates Degree, $75 - High School Diploma) / Varied based on district need
Reports to:    Personnel Director 
Wage/Hour Status:  Nonexempt

Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews and training.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1.    Implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program.
2.    Implement lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
3.    Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
4.    Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5.    Conduct assessment of student learning styles.
6.    Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
7.    Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

8.    Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
9.    Ability to work with children with disabilities
10.  Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
11.  Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
12.  Supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
13.  Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

14.  Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
15.  Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
16.  Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

17.  Maintain confidentiality
18.  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
19.  Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
20.  Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

21.  Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
22.  Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
23.  Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
24.  Attend and participate in meetings as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None. 

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment. 

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors):

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.