K-2 MATH/SCIENCE TEACHER - LIBERATION ACADEMY (#123458163)

Liberation Academy (learn more)

Arrow Academy

Missouri City, Texas (map)

Job Details

  • Job ID: 4190845
  • Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
  • Re-posted: January 1, 2024
  • Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title:                             Classroom Teacher

Wage/HourStatus:                     Exempt/At will

Reports to:                                  Director/Principal

School:                                        Campus Assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university

 

CERTIFICATION

Hold or eligible for a current valid Texas Teaching Certificate appropriate to assignment or Certification in another state appropriate to assignment; ESL cerification, as needed

 

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Ability to instruct children assigned
  • Knowledge of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
  • Ability to plan and deliver lessons and assesses student performance

 

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

  • Ability to stand for at least thirty minutes outside within 15 feet of students
  • Ability to assist students tying shoes and button or unbutton coats

 

PURPOSE

Classroom Teachers provide instructional services to students including assessing student skills and abilities, developing lesson plans, providing instruction, assessing student competencies and re-teaching as needed. Provide a safe learning environment for all students.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment

  • May screen students with state mandated reading assessments
  • Assist in administration of State assessment, national assessments as requested
  • May provide instructional assessment of student performance in core academic areas
  • Provide instructional assessment of student performance in assigned areas
  • Evaluate student performance for appropriate level of assignment

 

Planning

  • Provide daily lesson plans for all instructional days each school year
  • Provide lesson plans for substitute teachers in your classroom
  • Cooperate with grade level and school wide planning committees

 

Instructional delivery

  • Deliver daily instruction to students assigned
  • Provide lesson plans and activities that actively engage student in learning
  • Perfom all duties pertaining to area of expertise as required
  • Screen all electronic, paper products, books, films or other media for appropriateness for use with students

 

Student discipline

  • Maintain classroom discipline conducive to a learning environment
  • Provide redirection and disciplinary alternatives to correct student behavior
  • Participate in school sponsored Capturing Kids’ Hearts training
  • Provide a discipline management program consistent with Capturing Kids’ Hearts

 Conferencing

  • Conference as needed with parents and school administrators about appropriate topics
  • Collaborate with staff and teachers in planning school operations
  • Participate in staff development activities as assigned
  • Prepare written and electronic communication that is consistent, with professional and easy to understand directions or directives for each audience

 

Management

  • Maintain accurate records of student attendance
  • Maintain accurate records of student performance
  • Order supplies and materials in a timely fashion for the teaching level assigned
  • Compile all records as requested
  • Supervise students on field trips and events at the school and off site

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • Maintain emotional control under the stress of instructional operations  
  • Travel as needed to secure supplies and materials
  • Be flexible in assisting others as requested
  • Participate in overnight training, field trips  with students,  and professional conferences

 

 

This is a  professional position that uses professional judgment and may serve more than forty hours per week. Retirement is through the Teacher  Retirement  System  (TRS)  of  Texas  and not  Social  Security.  TRS  requires  five  years  of participation before any retirement funds are vested. Texas Workers Compensation covers workers in this position.              

 

Some teachers are partially or fully funded with Title I funds.   Staff should ask their campus Director if they are paid from Title I funds.   Such are Federal monies and are subject to reduction and elimination at any time.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Percentages assigned to responsibilities are approximate, and subject to adjustment by supervisors. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

  • Position Type: Full-time
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary
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  • Job Requirements

    • Please Answer the Following:

      Basic Profile Information

      Are you retired from the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas?
      Have you retired from Arrow Academy?
      Are you currently under contract with another school district?
      Are you a member of the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas?
      Are you a National Board-certified teacher?
      National Board Certification Name:
      Teacher Designation:
      Date Achieved:
      Valid Until:
      Total Years of Teaching Experience in School District:
      State of Texas School District:

      I declare the following:

      I have never been charged with, adjudicated for, or convicted of having an inappropriate relationship with a minor.

      Questionnaire

      Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
      Are you now the subject of any inquiry, disciplinary action, review, or investigation, in any district, by a teacher-licensing agency, or court in connection with any alleged misconduct?
      Can you meet the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations?
      Has a Social Services Department, Child Protective Service Unit, or any other governmental agency ever investigated charges of child abuse or neglect against you and determined such charges to be "founded", "probably founded", "reason to suspect", or similar findings?
      Have you been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, plead nolo contedere, or are now under investigation for any such offense, other than minor traffic offenses? For the purpose of this application, DUI/DWIs must be reported.
      Have you been convicted of any criminal offense other than a traffic violation in this state, in any other state, or in any other country?
      Have you ever been dismissed from or failed to have a contract renewed by an employer?
      Have you ever been placed on administrative leave or suspended pending an investigation?
      Have you ever been returned to probationary status, suspended with or without pay or placed on disciplinary probation from any position?
      Have you ever been the subject of an investigation?
      Have you ever had a certificate, credential, license, application permit or other document authorizing public school service or teaching suspended, revoked, limited, reprimanded, voided, denied, or otherwise?
      Have you ever left a school district during the school year for reasons other than Medical?
      Have you ever pled guilty or 'nolo contendere' (no contest) to, or been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, regardless of the disposition (i.e., an actual sentence, a suspended sentence, deferred adjudication, probation, etc.)? Moral Turpitude is anything done knowingly that is contrary to justice, honesty, principle, or good morals.
      Have you ever received a dishonorable or bad conduct discharge from the military or been subject to court martial?
      Have you ever received a sanction from a credentialing or licensing authority?
      Have you ever received an unsatisfactory performance evaluation, been placed on disciplinary probation or been suspended from any position?
      Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination, in lieu of non-renewal, or to avoid or end an investigation of alleged misconduct?
      Have you previously been employed by Arrow Academy?
      If you previously worked in Arrow Academy, did any of the following: Termination, elected to resign in lieu of termination, or Mid-year resignation without good cause, apply to you upon your exit?
      Will you now or in the future require Arrow Academy to petition or sponsor you for an employment visa?
    • No experience required
    • Bachelor degree preferred

    Contact Information

    • Jordan Verastegui, HR Manager
    • PO Box 12207
    • College Station, Texas 77842

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