Poteet ISD is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year.  

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned 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.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Education and/or English as a Second Language are a plus

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Prefer student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement an individualized course of study that fulfills the requirements of district’s curriculum program.

1. Ensure implementation of accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

1. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

1. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

1. Work with each campus to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

1. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

1. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

1. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

1. Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

1. Prepare students to transition back to their campus through daily social skills instruction.

Classroom Management and Organization

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

1. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and DAEP Student Parent Guideline Handbook.

1. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

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

1. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

1. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

1. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

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

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques.

1. Report promptly to the principal any accident or illness of staff or students.

1. Other duties as assigned by administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.