ELEM ITINERANT STRINGS MUSIC TEACHER

ELEM ITINERANT STRINGS MUSIC TEACHER

Ector County Independent School District - 3.7 Odessa, TX Job Details Full-time $61,000 - $76,850 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Record keeping Student performance assessment strategies Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Volunteer management Phone communication Learning technology Student mentoring Teacher mentoring for professional development Teaching Certification Filing Teaching arts Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Subject-specific Teaching Certification Personnel management in education Working with students with special education needs Lesson planning Phone call management School policy and procedure enforcement Classroom behavior management Classroom Teaching IEP implementation Collaborative teaching Communication skills Teaching Entry level K-12 education instructional development Teaching instrumental performance

Full Job Description Job Title:

Classroom Teacher Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt Reports to:

Building Principal Pay Grade:

Teacher Pay Scale Dept./

School:

Assigned Campus Days:

187

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/level assigned

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 Self-motivated, organized, reliable, adaptible. Excellent communication skills. Must be able to work independently as well as on a team.

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in learning styles in students Present the 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 as needed for special education according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP) Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the school Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to 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 the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, principals, and teachers Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required Be positive, patient, and friendly with students, staff, parents, and community members in support of the District. Be professional, reliable, organized, and friendly. Communicate effectively (verbal and written). Answer telephone calls and e-mails promptly. Maintain positive interaction with students, staff, fellow employees, parents, and community members. Be willing to show empathy towards students, staff, parents, peers, and community members. Ability to resolve issues/concerns and troubleshoot (as applicable).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) Serve as mentor to student teachers

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 equipment 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. I have read, understand and attest to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.