Lead Teacher - Pre-K 3

Job Title: Lead Teacher PreK 3-year-olds Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
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 training for subject and level assigned; or be enrolled in an Alternative Certification program
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

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 internshipMajor Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• 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.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

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

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

Student Growth and Development Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

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

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

• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

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

Communication Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.Professional Growth and Development Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Application Procedure:

Apply online: www.parisisd.net

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person