Third Grade

Job Skills/Licenses

Teacher Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth potential. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

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.

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1.Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the district's curriculum program's requirements 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 Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.

4.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of students' learning styles and needs.

5.Conduct an 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 Individual Education, Plans guidelines (IEP).

7.Work with other staff members 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.

Student Growth and Development

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

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

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

13. Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

14. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students' physical, social, and emotional development.

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

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

17. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

18. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

19. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

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

Professional Growth and Development

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

22. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and classroom teachers' policies.

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

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

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties assigned or skills that may be required.

Years Of Experience

• Total years you've worked for WISD

• Years you've worked as a paraprofessional for WISD

• Years you've worked as a professional for WISD

• Years you've worked as a professional in all districts

• Total years you've worked in any district

Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to conduct a criminal history background check?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to verify any and all references provided by me and hold the district and any 3rd Party harmless for the information provided:

Skills Questionnaire

• Rate your ability to work cooperatively with others:

• Rate the importance of confidentiality of information:

• Rate your comfort level in communicating with students and parents:

• Rate your ability to follow oral and written instructions:

• Rate your skill of managing student behavior in a positive manner:

• Rate the importance of attendance and punctuality:

General Questions

• Date Available: (MM/DD/YYYY)

• Have you ever worked with Wylie ISD? If yes, list position, supervisor and dates:

• How did you learn about Wylie ISD?

• Are you related to a District Board Member? If yes, please provide name and relationship.

• Are you related to a District employee? If yes, please provide the employee's name and position.

• Please list any language (other than English) that you can fluently read or speak. Please indicate by each language listed if you can read, speak or both.

• Please list by preference your 3 most desired positions and grade levels.

• Please list any Special Education areas of Specialization:

• Please list extracurricular sports or activities you may be interested in sponsoring:

• What activities or honors are you involved with?

• Do you belong to any professional organizations? If yes, please list the name of the organization(s).

• Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest (nolo contendre) to, or received probation, suspension, or deferred adjudication for a felony or offense involving moral turpitude (including, but not limited to theft, rape, murder, swindling, and indecency with a minor)? If yes, please state where, when, and the nature of the offence.

• Do you currently have any criminal charges pending against you? If yes, please explain.

• Have you ever: Left a school district during the school year for reasons other than medical? Been asked to resign? Had your contract, non-extended, non-renewed or been terminated by a school system? Had your contract proposed for non-extension, non-renewal or termination by a school system? Resigned employment in lieu of contract non-extension, non-renewal, or termination? Had a teaching credential or license denied, revoked or suspended in any state? Been placed on disciplinary probation or been suspended from any position? Received a sanction from a credentialing or licensing authority, or had your credentials or license revoked or suspended by such authority? If yes to any of the above, please explain.

Education/Certification Requirements

Teacher:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for

subject and level assigned.

ESL Certification is required for all EC-4th grade teachers and ELAR 5th -12th grade teachers.

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Experience:

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.

Benefits

For information, please visit our benefits website at http://wylieisd.schoolwires.net/Page/1567

Attachments

Cover Letter

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References

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