Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from accredited university.Valid Texas Teaching certificate, with required endorsements for subject/level assigned. Knowledge of subjects assigned;

Special Knowledge/Skills: General knowledge of curriculum and instruction;Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills;Able to integrate technology into the curriculum;Must be willing to attend training during the summer months;.Knowledge of and success in implementation of current instructional practices and assessments

Experience: Prefer 5 years successful teaching experience with success in working with at-risk students;

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.

Instructional Support 
1. Assist and support teachers in the delivery of a strongly aligned district curriculum to targeted students.

2. Analyze student achievement data and use results for instructional interventions.

3. Determine instructional intervention strategies that reflect understanding of the diverse needs of students and those identified as at-risk of failure.

4. Provide remedial/intervention instruction to students in individual, small group and in team teaching situations.

5. Establish and maintain strong relationships with students.

6. Assist in the implementation of the district RTI program and serve as a liaison between the district and campus RTI team.

7. Coordinate and provide leadership on the RTI teams, as well as the documentation required for each child under the RTI program.

8. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's intervention program and show written evidence of preparation as required by intervention guidelines.

Student Growth and Development

9. Monitor, report, and track the progress of student progress and interventions for at-risk students.

10. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

11. Work with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed and design interventions for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP) and/or 504 plan.

12. Provide accelerated instruction as prescribed in the Accelerated Instruction Plan (AIP) for each student who did not meet standard on previous STAAR assessments.

13. Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.

14. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteers.

15. Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process.

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

17. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

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

Classroom Management and Organization

19. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

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

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

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

23. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, principals and teachers.

Communication
24. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.

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

Professional Growth and Development

26. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills.

27. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

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

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

30. Supervise assigned teacher’s aide(s)

31. Performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as related to the position and as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.