Salary : $26.46 Hourly
Location : 111 Camino Nuevo Rd. Laredo, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : FY24-00159
Department : Youth Village
Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 8 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Job Summary
Design, plan, and deliver engaging instructional activities, the intended goal will result in mastery of the state curriculum. Provide students with opportunities to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
Major Duties
- Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Conducts assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
- Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
- Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
- Uses technology to strengthen the teaching / learning process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Establish and maintain open of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Maintain compliance of student confidentiality laws.Keep informed of and comply with county, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as requiredPerform such other duties as may be assigned.Student Growth and Development
Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.Utilizes data to meet the instructional needs of students.Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.Classroom Management and OrganizationProvide ongoing feedback of special education student achievement through formal and informal methods.Be a positive role model for special education students and support the goals of the campus and school district.Communication
Establish and maintain open of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Maintain compliance of student confidentiality laws.Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing between the hours of 8 : 00 am 4 : 00 pm to confer with district personnel, students and / or parents. The rest of the workday is committed to planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating lessons and activities.Professional Growth and Development
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.Other
Keep informed of and comply with county, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Perform such other duties as may be assigned.Instructional Strategies
Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance or virtual learning to fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation, as required.Prepare lessons in instructional formats that accommodate differences in individual student needs.Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, and resources for distance or virtual learning that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative guidelines.Classroom Management and Organization
Create a virtual classroom environment conducive to special education student learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.Supplemental Information
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Occasionally
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.Adjusting or moving objects up to 5 pounds in all directions.Operating machinery and / or power tools.Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.Working small and / or enclosed spaces.Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.Constantly
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.Communicating with others to exchange information.Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and / or fingers.Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting / standing.Other Requirements / Information
Must possess a valid and current driver's license.Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug / alcohol testing, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and criminal background checks are required.This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.Valid Texas Driver's License
If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions :
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceWellness ProgramLife InsuranceAncillary productsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee ClinicVacation and sick leaveAccrual rates increase based on years of service
Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidaysRetirement benefits (TCDRS)Available to ALL employeesAvailable to Permanent Part-Time employeesDo you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university?
Are you at least 21 years of age?
Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license.Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license.No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.Are you a current or former Webb County employee?
If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.
Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and / or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.Required Question
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