Teacher EC-6 - Kindergarten

$44,000 - $46,000/Yr

Southwest Preparatory School - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The EC-6 Teacher for Kindergarten at Southwest Preparatory School is responsible for providing students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them achieve their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher will develop and implement lesson plans, assess student achievement, and create a conducive classroom environment while collaborating with staff and maintaining effective communication with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill campus expectations in alignment with appropriate pacing guide(s).
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and various levels of rigor appropriate for student success.
• Present subject according to guidelines established by TEA, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Work cooperatively with other staff to determine instructional goals, curriculum objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Collaborate with special education teachers for special education students according to IEP guidelines.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and summative assessments.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the core values of the school district.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and campus expectations.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, unit meetings, PLC meetings, and serve on staff committees as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Texas certification in the subject to be taught or applicable generalist certification or be 'Highly Qualified' and enrolled in an Alternative Certification Program.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.
• ESL Certification highly preferred.
• GT Certification highly preferred.
• Ability to understand oral and written instruction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Working computer knowledge and the ability to use a variety of software programs.
• Above-average leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance