Urgently Require Adult Education and Family Literacy School Teacher (Substitute) in Texas

Job title: Adult Education and Family Literacy School Teacher (Substitute)

Company: Clear Creek Independent School District

Job description: Primary Purpose



Provide all students with appropriate learning experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth; enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.



Qualifications



Education/Certification



Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university



Valid Texas certificate for the subject and level assigned



Bilingual or Spanish as a Foreign Language certificate preferred and/or ESL Certification



Special Knowledge/Skills



Effective communication and interpersonal skills



Knowledge and demonstrated competency in ESL and Civics Education



General knowledge of curriculum and instruction



Ability to instruct students and manage behavior



Openness to change and innovation to meet the needs of all students



Experience



Experience in using ESL strategies



Experience using Sheltered Instruction strategies



Experience working with adult learners



Experience in working with at-risk students



Major Responsibilities and Duties



Instructional strategies to promote student growth * Guide the learning of students in accordance with the district's philosophy of education toward the achievement of curriculum goals.

• Align teaching and available resources to the District curriculum.


• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, administrative guidelines and the District curriculum.


• Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and use results to plan and implement instruction.


• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.


• Use available technologies as appropriate teaching and learning tools.


• Integrate the instruction of technology into subject area teaching.


• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteers.


• Offer accelerated instruction to each student who meets any of the state ?at risk? criteria in order for the student to perform satisfactorily on the state assessment.

• Maintain a professional and cordial relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.


• Adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines regarding confidentiality.


• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, and other staff members.


• Respond to parent phone calls/messages in a timely manner.

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.


• Manage student behavior in accordance with the CCISD Student Code of Conduct and handbook.


• Provides for care and protection of school property and be held accountable for books, equipment, and other instructional materials.


• Maintains accurate student accounting and grading records in compliance with local and state requirements.


• Assists in upholding and implementing administrative regulations and board policy.


• Manage and utilize data effectively for systemic process and program analysis.

• Account for the accuracy and verification of all student program data and reports.


• Implement data-driven decision making for improvement efforts based on best practices.

• Account for the verification of the correct policy regarding all decisions and


• Implement effective policy-driven decision making.

• Participate collaboratively with colleagues to reflect on one's teaching practices.


• Stay abreast of developments in the profession and display openness to change and innovation.


• Maintain updated record of all professional development activities.


• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.


• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

• Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.


• Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.


• Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.


• Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.


• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.


• Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.


• Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.


• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.


• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.


• Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.


• Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.


• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.


• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).


• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

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