JOB DESCRIPTION                                                             MERCEDES ISD

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Highly qualified as per NCLB guidelines

Bilingual Generalist: Early Childhood-Grade 6

Elementary:

General (See Notes A, C, and F)

Grades 1-6 (See Notes A, C, and F)

Grades 1-8 (See Notes A, C, and F)

Grades PK-6 Early Childhood Education (See Notes D and F)

Self-Contained, Grades 1-8(See Notes A and B)

NOTES:

(A)Teachers assigned prior to the 1991-92 school year are required to complete a minimum of 90 clock-hours of in-service training (may be advanced academic training) or six semester credit hours in early childhood education, inclusive of but not limited to child development or language acquisition, by September 1, 1993, to be eligible for assignment.

(B)Initial assignments beginning with the 1991-92 school year require the early childhood education delivery system or endorsement.

(C)Initial assignments beginning with the 1991-92 school year require the early childhood education delivery system or endorsement and the bilingual education delivery system or endorsement.

(D)Initial assignments beginning with the 1991-92 school year require the bilingual education delivery system or endorsement.

(E) Initial assignments beginning with the 1991-92 school year require the ESL endorsement or the bilingual education delivery system or endorsement.

(F) Teachers assigned prior to the 1991-92 school year are required to verify oral and written proficiency in the language of the target population as measured by examinations approved by the Texas Education Agency by September 1, 1993, to be eligible for assignment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

At least one year student teaching or approved internship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
2. Prepare 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. Plan and 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 and use results to plan instructional activities.
6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
8. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
10. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
11. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
12. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.  Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
13. Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
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.
17. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
18. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
20. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
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 for classroom teachers.
23. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
24. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
25. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
26. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
27. Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stressful conditions.  Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.  Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.  Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Employee’s Signature:                                                                                   Date: