We are eager to add a diligent NES Special Education Teacher to join our productive team at Houston Independent School District in Houston, TX.
Growing your career as a Full Time NES Special Education Teacher is a terrific opportunity to develop indispensable skills.
If you are strong in time management, problem-solving and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of NES Special Education Teacher at Houston Independent School District today!
Location:Kashmere High School
Department:Kashmere HS
Area:Northeast
Contract Months:10
Salary Range:$61,500.00-$87,500.00
POSITION SUMMARY
As a teacher of a New Education System (NES) School, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of your students and contribute to shaping a better future. This role is focused on student growth and achievement, your primary objective is to facilitate a dynamic and engaging learning environment that maximizes student potential. You will employ innovative teaching methods, personalized instruction, and data-driven assessments to promote academic progress and foster a love of learning. Your dedication to continuous improvement, strong instructional skills, and ability to connect with diverse learners will contribute to significant student growth and achievement.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to the students. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Assess the accomplishments of the students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Refer students for evaluation by district specialists as required. ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes when required. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluate their job performance. Maintain and improve professional competence. Participate in district staff development. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members. Maintain open communication with parents. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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Education Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment. Experience
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Other Requirements Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard. Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, bend, climb, and/or be mobile. Ability to travel throughout the district and city by means of private or public transportation. If driving personal (or private) vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license and appropriate insurance coverage. Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits of working as a NES Special Education Teacher in Houston, TX:
? Opportunity to Make a Difference
? Professional Development Opportunities
? Leading Industry Pay
