Forney ISD Hiring for Teacher-Health Sciences Career Prep Job at Forney, TX Full Time

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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.
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QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligibility for waiver

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Knowledge of subjects/programs assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE:

Student teaching or approved internship (preferred)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles*

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Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula/instruction as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)

Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements

Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) if assigned

Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal

Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district

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 selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills

Keep informed of and comply with laws as well as district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required

Maintain confidentiality

Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental demands/physical demands/environmental factors

Maintain emotional control under stress

Lifting and moving materials, books, boxes, etc.

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $54,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Procedures are updated based on CDC and Texas Education Agency guidance.

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location