SPED Math Teacher

SPED Math Teacher Harmony Science Academy Waco Beverly Hills, TX Job Details Full-time $62,500 - $90,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Computer literacy Bachelor's degree Full Job Description

JOB GOAL

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential preparing each student to embody the Portrait of a

Harmony Graduate:

self-directed, passionate, collaborative, resilient, and ambitious.

ALIGNMENT TO THE PORTRAIT OF A HARMONY GRADUATE

At Harmony Public Schools, advancing student academic achievement is the foundation of every educators work.

Through rigorous instruction and high expectations, teachers ensure students build the knowledge and skills needed forsuccess. Beyond the classroom, interactions such as home visits, mentoring, and after-hours events further reinforce thisfoundation while cultivating the competencies outlined in our Portrait of a

Harmony Graduate:

ambitious planning,passion, collaboration, critical thinking, and self-direction

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

o Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

o Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.o Models and instills a love of learningo Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, andstudent needso Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning.o Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguisticbackgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.o Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment.o Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.o Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students needs.o Conducts home visits to build stronger relationships with students and families.o Hosts and mentors student clubs to help students explore passions and leadership skills.o Attends and assists with after-hours activities such as student celebrations, parent meetings, and campus-hosted events.o Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedureso Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the schoolo Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students character and sense ofcommunity in the classroom.o Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategieso Attends department, school, district and parent meetings.o Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees.o Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues.o Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.o Prepares required reports on students and activitieso Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activitieso Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.o Takes daily attendanceo Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress andstudent needso Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.o Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.o Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

o Knowledge of curriculum and instructiono Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and externalto the district.o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.o Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skillso Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software,calculator, copy machine and telephone.o Ability to analyze data.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Light Work:

may require the occasional light lifting.o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.o Position is in classroom setting and intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.o Moderate travel is required.