RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION

Location: White MS

Work Schedule: 10 Months

Work Type: Regular Full-Time

Exempt: Yes

REASONS TO JOIN NEISD

Salaries for new classroom teachers and librarians are based on the salary ranges below (10-month work schedule)

All salary ranges are adopted annually by the Board of Trustees. The District ensures salary placement for new hires will be based on verified years of experience according to the Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service . These ranges should not be used to project salary amounts for subsequent years.

In addition, teachers and librarians may qualify for the following stipends:

Advanced Degree Stipends

Performance and Other Supplemental Stipends

Bilingual & ESL Stipends

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is pro-rated based on the effective date of the assignment**

EDUCATION :
Bachelors Degree

CERTIFICATION :

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Business certification preferred

District of Innovation (DOI) candidates will be considered, however priority consideration will be given to Certified candidates

Candidates not holding a current teacher credential in Career and Technical Education and/or World Languages may be considered for employment as a teacher through the DOI process. Candidates who hold or have held a teacher credential in Texas, out of state, or out of country are not eligible for the DOI process. Candidates offered a position through the DOI process must be able to fulfill the following requirements within a specified period:

1. Successful completion of the first year of teaching with “proficient” or better performance appraisals and acceptable attendance

2. Pass the specific content exam and be accepted into an alternative certification program with all pre-service training requirements completed by the end of the first school year

3. Obtain Standard Teacher Certification in your initial assignment by the end of the second contract year of employment

All costs associated with an alternative program and standard teacher credential acquisition is the responsibility of the candidate/employee.

High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education Agency.

PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY :
Responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of every student; establish effective rapport with students; provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to become a responsible citizen and function successfully in society.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles.
2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Conduct 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 guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to District requirements.
8. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
9. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
10. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
11. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned - Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
12. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of North East Independent School District.
13. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
14. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
16. Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
17. Establish and maintain openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
18. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
19. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
20. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills.
21. Successfully complete all professional development training within established timelines as required by the Texas Education Agency and the District.
22. Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
23. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
24. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
25. Maintain confidentiality of information.
26. Report to work on time every day.
27. Perform additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of subjects assigned

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations as they occur
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Ability to concentrate, interpret policy and procedures, reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, memorize, read, coordinate, compile, compute, instruct, and maintain emotional control
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District

- Valid Class "B" Texas Drivers License (Commercial) with a driving record that meets the requirements of the District - Employee must meet the standards set by the Texas Education Agency, Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Public Safety (This requirement is for those teachers assigned supplemental duties that require transporting students in District vehicles)

Application to a specific job opening does not guarantee an individual will maintain this assignment permanently upon employment. All employees are subject to reassignment based on their qualifications and the needs of the District.

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North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.