Louisiana State University
Location
Perryton, Texas
Assist the lead instructor in planning and delivering research-based lessons aligned with state standards. Maintain a safe, respectful classroom environment and communicate professionally with students, parents, and leadership.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of teaching experience. Must possess or obtain a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate prior to the hire date.
University Laboratory School Teaching Associate 2 (Elementary) The University Laboratory School, was founded in 1915 as a model demonstration school to provide/serve as: an exemplary education for its students; a model educational environment; a center for educational innovation and research; professional development opportunities for the state's educators; clinical teaching experiences for pre-service teachers. The position of University Laboratory School Teaching Associate 2 will assist and support the lead classroom instructor in planning, teaching, classroom management and other activities. 85% Planning, Teaching, & Classroom Management: Assists and supports the lead instructor in providing classroom instruction; Assists in delivering lessons that are aligned with state standards and curriculum, through the use of engaging, research-based and innovative practices; Helps to create and maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment that adheres to the school's mission, vision, and policies/procedures (as outlined in the faculty/staff and parent/student handbooks); Communicates responsibly and professionally with all students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership. 10% Service & Professional Development: Participate and present in workshops, conferences, and other learning initiatives, in order to stay updated on effective teaching practices, cutting-edge research, and innovation in the field of education; Attend all required professional development, faculty meetings, and other in-service activities; Attend other school-related events as necessary; Consistent enforcement of expectations communicated by the University Laboratory School Administration, including written school/university policies and procedures. 5% Other: Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor and/or school leadership; Complete all mandatory employee training, certificates and/or professional licensures as required; Complete annual review of all school handbooks and other necessary documents, policies, and procedures.
Bachelor's Degree in related field with one year of teaching experience. Must have a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate prior to hire or must provide the equivalent from another state and update certificate to Louisiana, no later than seven (7) days before the effective hire date. Additional
Special Instructions: Must attach a resume, official transcripts and valid teaching certificate. This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. For any questions about the position or status of you application, please reach out to Emily Cannon (ecanno7@lsu.edu). Skills Needed: Preferred Skills: Posting Date: June 25, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): September 17, 2026 Additional
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions. HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting. LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences. The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (“LSU”), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. Hebert Law Center and the School of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University at Alexandria Louisiana State University at Eunice Louisiana State University at Shreveport LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans LSU Health Science Center – Shreveport The Health Care Services Division Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Pennington Biomedical Research Center Any other college, university, school, institution, or program now or hereafter under the supervision and management of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College In implementing its mission, LSU is committed to: Offering a broad array of undergraduate degree programs and extensive graduate research opportunities designed to attract and educate highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students; Employing faculty who are excellent teacher-scholars, nationally competitive in research and creative activities, and who contribute to a world-class knowledge base that is transferable to educational, professional, cultural, and economic enterprises; and Using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges.
Market context
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