1st Grade Teacher 
 

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 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:
At least 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 student learning styles.
3.Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
4.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5.Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
6.Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7.Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
8.Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
9.Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.