Elementary Teacher, K-5

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Leadership Prep School is a 4-Day Instruction, K-12 Charter School located in Frisco, Texas where we inspire students to learn, grow, and lead for a lifetime. We are committed to academic excellence and achieve this through our 5 cornerstones: Parent Partnership, Leadership Development, Academics, Creativity, & Excellence. Our staff foster a learner-centered environment where teaching is prized. We created our school as a center of excellence for both our students and faculty and expect our faculty to model our core values (People First, Growth Mindset, & Agency) and leadership principles for our students. We focus on teaching leadership skills using the Leader in Me paradigm, a project-based learning approach, and are faith-friendly.

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 become successful leaders in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
• K-4 Core Subject Teachers: Valid Texas ESL Supplemental Certificate
• 5-12 ELAR Teachers: Valid Texas ESL Supplemental Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.

3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

4. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

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

6. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

7. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

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

Student Growth and Development

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

10. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

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

12. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

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

14. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

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

16. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

17. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

18. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

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

Professional Growth and Development

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

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

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

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

Other

24. Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,700.00 - $65,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your Texas Teacher Certification in?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Texas Teacher Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Frisco, TX 75034: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,700 - $65,700