New Frontiers Public Schools, Inc. | Job posting 43301 |
138 Fair Avenue, SAN ANTONIO, Texas, 78223 | Job posted as of Jun 30, 2017 until Until Filled |
Primary Role and Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate educational
activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their potential for
intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Help students develop the skills necessary to
be a productive member of society.
Qualifications:
Candidate must demonstrate knowledge in the program
areas of ESL, Compensatory Education, Tile I and Dyslexia.
Education:
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Masters degree preferred but not required
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Bachelor degree required
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Texas Teacher Certification EC - 6 , 6-8, Reading Content/ELAR
Skills:
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Understanding of subjects assigned.
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Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
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Capable of instructing students and managing their behavior.
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Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience:
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Minimum of 2 years teaching experience– preferred
Responsibilities and
Duties:
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Kinder – 8th Grade Reading Coach for Instructional Staff, with
an emphasis in 3rd and 4th grade
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Support and guide reading teacher with responsibilities
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Instruct students in grades k-8 who are in need of intense instructional
support and foundational guides which appear to be lacking due to evidence in
lack of progress
Instructional Strategies
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Design, write and collaborate lesson plans that conform to the charters
curriculum. Ensure written plans are available for review and turned in weekly
to Campus Administration.
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Ensure lesson plans show modifications for differences in student
learning styles.
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Teach instructional subjects according to guidelines established by Texas
Education Agency, charter polices and administrative regulations.
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Implement appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities,
materials and equipment to ensure comprehension of learning styles and student
needs.
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Design instructional activities by using data from student learning style
assessments.
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Collaborate with special education teachers on student Individual
Education Plans to ensure all modifications are met.
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Collaborate with staff to determine charter requirement for the
instructional goals, objective and methods.
Growth and Development
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Help students assess and enhance their study methods and habits.
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Produce formal and informal testing to evaluate student success.
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Coordinate and manage extracurricular duties as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the
charter principal.
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Serve as an example for students, support mission of charter.
Classroom Management and
Organization
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Prepare classroom to enhance learning and to aid in physical, social and
emotional development of students.
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Control student behavior in agreement with the student handbook.
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Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect students,
equipment, materials and facilities.
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Provide input on book, equipment and material selection.
Communication
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Establish communication rapport with parents, students, principals and
teachers through conferences.
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Confer with Director of Special Programs on all updates and curriculum
issues occurring within the reading programs.
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Create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues,
students, parents and community members.
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Present information accurately through clear communication skills.
Professional
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Enrich job skills through professional development activities.
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Attend off campus workshops and conferences to enhance and maintain up to
date knowledge of current reading programs, methodologies and compliance
issues.
Other
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Keep up to date on and abide by state and charter regulations and
policies for classroom teachers.
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Gather, manage and file all reports, records and other documents
required.
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Be active in faculty meeting and assist in staff committees as necessary.
Additional Job Related
Duties:
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Maintain control in stressful situations
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Extended hours may be required