6th Grade Teachers

Education: Classroom Teaching level3, Junior-High School

Provide students with appropriate educational activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Teach students to be productive responsible citizens.  Job Description: Instructional Strategies Design, write and use lesson plans that conform to the Charter’s curriculum. Ensure written plans are available for review Ensure lesson plans show modifications for differences in student learning styles Teach instructional subjects according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Charter polices and administrative regulations Implement appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment to ensure comprehension of learning styles and student needs Design instructional activities by using data from student learning style assessments Collaborate with special education teachers on student Individual Education Plans to ensure all modifications are met Collaborate with staff to determine charter requirement for the instructional goals, objective and methods Produce and oversee teacher aide and volunteer assignments Employ technology practices to strengthen the instructional process Growth and Development Help students assess and enhance their study methods and habits Produce formal and informal testing to evaluate student success Coordinate and manage extracurricular duties as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the school principal Serve as an example for students, support mission of Charter  Classroom Management and Organization Prepare classroom to enhance learning and to aid in physical, social and emotional development of students Control student behavior in agreement with the student handbook Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities Provide input on book, equipment and material selection Communication Establish communication rapport with parents, students, principals and teachers through conferences Create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members Present information accurately through clear communication skills Professional Enrich job skills through professional development activities Other Keep up-to-date on and abide by state and charter regulations and policies for classroom teachers Gather, manage and file all reports, records and other documents required Be active in faculty meeting and assist in staff committees as necessary

Qualifications
Texas Certified Teacher - Generalist 4-8, SS/Science 4-8, ELAR 4-8, Math 4-8 and Highly Qualified under NCLB standards.
 
Education 
Bachelor degree from an accredited school required
Valid Texas Teacher Certification EC-6th
Demonstrate competency in core subject area assigned 
    
Skills 
Understanding of subjects assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Demonstrate the ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 
    
Experience
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience preferred