PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program in a way that includes the best use of research findings, time, space, available technology, financial and community resources, so that student achievement will be maximized.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Current Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) Firefighter Certification
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable related occupational experience within the last 10 years
• Valid Texas Teaching Credential, or eligible to qualify for a credential through an alternative teacher certification program. (Relevant professional work experience may be considered in lieu of certification.)
• EMT B required..
• Applicants may also hold a certificate in Trade and Industry Education

http://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Career_and_Technical_Education_(CTE)/Career_and_Technical_Education_Information/

PREFERENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

• Certified Paramedic preferred
• Certified Fire Instructor with Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) preferred
• Model and support the effective integration of technology in the classroom.
• Display competency with administrative and instructional applications of technology
• Manages and maintains program facilities and equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and schedules in an organized fashion.
• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on state curriculum through a combination of classroom, laboratory, and co-curricular activities.
• Work experience in related field

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
• 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.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provides progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
• Identify the special needs of students and seek assistance of others as needed.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Develop a student behavior plan that is consistent with established administrative policies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Make a provision for being available to students on a daily basis, as well as parents by appointment.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides, volunteers, and student teachers, and makes written evaluation as required.
• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that fulfills district requirements and personal expectations as a professional.
• Take an active part in the district-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attend campus and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff.
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Student Orientations, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building principal and the faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aides, student teachers, student groups, etc, as assigned by the administration.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding students educational, physical, and emotional well being, and maintaining emotional control under stress.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Standing, walking, and verbalizing for long periods of time.
• Lifting or moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

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

Employment Begins: January 8, 2024 (Teacher Scale - 202 Days)

The Mesquite Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by law.