Read 180 Teacher

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop reading competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Provide reading intervention support utilizing the Read 180 Program to middle school students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
• Facilitate the daily rotation of students between software reading and teacher-led activities.
• Familiarity with the READ 180 software platform and HMH learning tools preferred.

Experience

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide targeted reading instruction to struggling readers in whole-group and small-group settings.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students support the mission of the school district.
• 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.
• Assist in selection of books equipment and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open 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.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with 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 other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Equipment used:

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Lifting (15-44 pounds)

Carrying (15-44 pounds)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Work inside/outside

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1