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Job Title: TTU/Frenship Teacher Intern                   Exemption Status: Exempt (as applicable)

Reports to: Principal/TTU Site Coordinator             Date Revised:

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

The Teacher Intern (Resident) participates in a structured, year-long residency program supported through the LASO Cycle 4 grant. The intern works alongside a highly effective mentor teacher to develop instructional expertise while completing certification requirements through an approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP).

The position is designed to build a sustainable pipeline of highly effective teachers through coaching, clinical practice, and targeted professional development aligned with state and district instructional priorities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or eligibility per EPP requirements) 

Acceptance or eligibility for acceptance into a state-approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP) 

Commitment to completing all certification requirements within the program timeline 

Ability to work full-time on an assigned campus for the duration of the residency

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Practice and Co-Teaching

• Collaborate with a mentor teacher to plan and deliver daily instruction
• Co-teach lessons and gradually assume full classroom instructional responsibility
• Implement district-adopted high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) with fidelity
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Use formative and summative data to inform instructional decisions

Residency Program Participation

• Successfully complete all coursework and training required by the assigned EPP
• Attend all required residency trainings, seminars, and professional learning sessions
• Engage in structured learning aligned to research-based instructional strategies, classroom management, and assessment

Coaching, Observation, and Feedback

• Participate in ongoing coaching cycles, including observations and feedback from:
  • Mentor teacher
  • Instructional coaches
  • Campus and district administrators
• Implement feedback to improve instructional practice
• Reflect on performance and set professional growth goals

Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and team planning meetings
• Collaborate with campus staff to support student achievement and campus goals
• Maintain professional communication with staff, students, and families
• Support campus initiatives aligned with LASO grant priorities

Program Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain required documentation, including lesson plans, reflections, and performance evidence
• Meet all residency benchmarks, certification milestones, and program expectations
• Participate in program evaluation and data collection as required by the grant
• Comply with all district, state, and grant requirements

Working Conditions

• Full-time assignment in a classroom setting
• Frequent interaction with students, staff, and stakeholders
• Participation in extended learning, training, and professional development outside the standard workday as needed

Compensation and Support

• Position funded through LASO Cycle 4 grant
• Stipend and/or salary aligned with grant guidelines and district compensation structure
• Comprehensive support system, including:
  • Assigned mentor teacher
  • Instructional coaching
  • Ongoing professional development

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours