3rd Grade ELA Teacher

$80,000 - $86,000/Yr

Unclassified - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Reading Elementary School Teacher to join our team at Osborne Elementary. This position plays a vital role in shaping the minds and futures of young students, requiring strong communication skills, the ability to create engaging lesson plans, and a commitment to providing a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences.
• 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 establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs of the students.
• Implement the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for evaluation by district specialists as required.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintain order in a fair manner.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides and volunteers, and evaluate their job performance.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through participation in district staff development and meetings.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment.
• Certification in EC-6 or 4-8 ELAR is required.
• Proven experience in lesson planning, curriculum development, and classroom management.
• Strong knowledge of learning technologies and their integration into the classroom.
• Experience with teaching students is a plus.
• Ability to effectively manage student behavior and create a positive learning environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with teaching students is a plus.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan