Job Overview The Teacher Early College HS Pathways in Technology position will plan and implement an instructional program supporting cohorted Early College High School/P-TECH students and provide related educational services for students in assigned grade levels. The incumbent will manage student behavior, assess and evaluate student achievement, and modify instructional activities as required as well as carry out a variety of student monitoring and controls activities. Any teacher who will coach a UIL sport will also provide athletic services related to that athletic sport and the athletic program. Position Description Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assess student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives and outcomes.
- Continually assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
- Plan appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities including determination of appropriate kind and level of materials Implement an instructional program which provides appropriate learning experiences, considering different learning styles and a range of learning curves Manage the behavior of learners in instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process, assist and participate in management of student behavior in other parts of our school, center, school grounds or work site Coordinate instructional related and testing activities with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required, maximizing learning opportunities Utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning Work in a self-contained, team, departmental, itinerant capacity, or at field work site, as assigned; request assistance of and work with resource personnel Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned Ensure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student(s) progress Provide intervention and support for cohorted ECHS/P-TECH students ensuring their success and progression through the program Continually communicate with students and parents on instructional expectations and keep them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement May assign work to and supervise instructional assistants, parent and student volunteers Ensure classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are accessible to students and in good condition May, as itinerant, serve at two or more schools on a regular basis.
- May make off-school site visits to monitor students, confer with employers, or site instructors.
- Collaborate with other professionals (Dean, guidance counselors, librarians) to carry out school-wide instructional and program related activities Support or participate in school wide student activities and social events and approved fundraising activities As assigned or required, monitor student behavior in non-instructional areas and intervene to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to appropriate administrator as appropriate Collaborate with other professionals (Dean, guidance counselors, librarians) to carry out school-wide instructional and program related activities Support or participate in school wide student activities and social events and approved fundraising activities As assigned or required, monitor student behavior in non-instructional areas and intervene to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to appropriate administrator as appropriate If the position is tied to coaching a UIL sport, the following essential duties and responsibilities are applicable to coaching: Perform coaching duties as assigned as well as other duties required for the smooth, efficient operation of a successful athletic program Possess knowledge and adhere to UIL rules and regulations Assist the Athletic Department with budget, schedules, care/use of facilities Communicate with the Athletic Department on a regular basis Supervisory Responsibilities None
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Bachelor's degree Master's degree preferred Valid Teaching Certification Issued by Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level of assignment or has received statement of eligibility Valid Texas ESL Certification for Elementary and Secondary English/ELA teaching assignments Valid Bilingual Certification for Bilingual teaching assignments Valid Driver's license with CDL Certification preferred if coaching a UIL sport Coaching experience preferred if coaching a UIL sport Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.
- The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Attendance at conferences and professional development is required.
- Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties.
- May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Additional Information
This position may require travel to various campuses, district meeting sites and conferences/meetings in and out of state. This position may require the employee to work some evenings and weekends. Work may include noisy and/or disruptive student behavior. Potential exposure to bodily fluids and frequent childhood, pre-teen or teen illnesses may occur.
