Teacher, Art, K-5th Grade (2025 - 26 School Year) (8202)

About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to District requirements.
• Develop and deliver lessons according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative guidelines.
• Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Use instructional technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the campus/department improvement plans.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Implement multi-tiered systems of support including Positive Behavioral Intervention Systems, Restorative Practices, Trauma Informed Practices and Social Emotional Learning.
• Monitor and report student progress according to campus and District guidelines in a timely manner.
• Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Develop and submit lesson plans, including substitute lesson plans, as required utilizing District provided template.
• Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills that are aligned with campus and program specific needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
• ESL Supplemental certification
• Knowledge of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) for assigned area
• Knowledge of curriculum design, implementation, evaluation, and refinement
• Knowledge of effective instruction and evaluation methodologies
• Skill in using technology as a learning tool in all content areas
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and using data to support student learning
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional practices
• Experience in student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience