About this role
SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Provide students appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned in order to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function in contemporary society and pass all state required exams. Develop and implement lesson plans for the curriculum assigned and employ accommodations for individual student differences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Use strategies and activities to increase student performance in content area and on standardized testing
Present subject matter in accordance with the guidelines established by TEA, board policies, and administrative regulations
Use appropriate instructional strategies, best practices, activities, materials, and equipment for assigned students as well as improve study methods and habits
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in IEPs
Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing
Demonstrate professional, responsible, and ethical behavior
Participate in district and campus staff development and faculty meetings. Demonstrate interest in and initiative toward continued professional development
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, facility members, and community members
Manage student behaviors in accordance with board policies, IEPs, BIPs, administrative regulations, facility behavioral programs, and the student code of conduct
Remain informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for teachers
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documentation as required
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university, Master’s preferred
Valid Texas Education Certificate with required endorsements
Current Special Education Certification or Certification to be completed within a year
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of subjects assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage student behaviors