Campus Adventures Staffing Solutions is the recruiting firm, contracted by Austing ISD to fill high needs positions. Campus Adventures will conduct the first interview and once qualifications are confirmed, we will set up interview with Austing ISD.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  A valid Bilingual Texas teaching certificate and Special Education teaching certificate i is required. In addition, individuals in core academic subject areas must meet teacher requirements. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:  This position requires the ability to apply knowledge of current education and instructional theories, methodologies, techniques, principles, subject matter, and knowledge of State, local, and Federal laws and regulations affecting the lives and education of students. Incumbent must have an understanding of child and adolescent development and have the skills to manage student behavior. Incumbent must have the ability to communicate effectively using a variety of media, work with others as a team, organize and maintain records, manage time and resources effectively and efficiently, and evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback. This position requires a strong knowledge of Internet and web-related technology and a variety of technology applications and platforms and the ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications. Incumbent must be able to support students with computer set-up, navigation, and technology issues. This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: Incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, and presenting instructional lessons contributing to educational, social, and physical development of students to enhance their self-worth and equip them with the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to function in society. Considerable judgment, tact, patience, sensitivity, and flexibility are required to interact with students from varied socioeconomic backgrounds and learning styles. This position requires creativity and adaptive thinking to match teaching objectives, learning strategies, and instructional plans with students’ abilities. Judgment is required to interpret broad State, local, and Federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting the lives and education of students and the impact of the laws on instructional methodologies or techniques employed. Provide students with appropriate in-person and distance or virtual instruction in core academic subject area assign 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. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Instructional Practice ? Plan, prepare and deliver effective academic instruction that is explicit, engaging, differentiated, and aligned for diverse student needs, including appropriate student accommodations, and blended learning experiences. ? Plan, prepare and deliver clear, organized lessons, activities, interventions, and extensions, that are aligned to objectives and success criteria, as well as state standards. Demonstrate high academic expectations for all students. ? Use formal and informal assessment methods to measure student understanding and progress. Analyze student data to inform and adjust instruction. Provide ongoing feedback to students. ? Establish systems and structures that create a safe, accessible, and inclusive classroom environment. Create a sense of shared responsibility and equitable behavior expectations. ? Create a classroom climate and culture where students feel safe, free to take risks, accepted and included. Offer diverse learning opportunities that encourage student contributions and collaboration, and a growth mindset.

Professional Growth and Responsibilities ? Engage in ongoing professional learning, goal setting, reflection of practice, and application of new learning to increase student growth. Engage in opportunities to continuously improve cultural competence, equity, and access. ? Collaborate with staff, students, and families/caregivers in order to improve practice, support students, and increase student success. Accept feedback to improve instructional practice. Contribute to meeting of campus/District goals and expectations. ? Collect and analyze student data. Collaboratively plan, design, and implement effective lessons in alignment to state and local standards. Incorporate diverse resources with attention to individualized learning that addresses the unique socio-cultural needs of students in order to achieve high levels of academic and social-emotional success. ? Communicate with colleagues, students, families/caregivers, and community members to build and maintain positive relationships, promote respect, inclusiveness, and maintain a positive school climate and culture. Communicate with families/caregivers regarding students’ academic and social-emotional strengths and areas for growth, through various methods. ? Demonstrate and apply strong content knowledge to enhance student mastery of objectives. Maintain professional expectations of educators which include professional ethics, adherence to state and federal legal code, and District policies. Maintain up to date and accurate student records (e.g., record grades, take attendance, provide progress reports). ? Provide an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes. 

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:  Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.