Reading Assistant Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job Title:      Teacher           

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary

Wage/Hour Status:        

Exempt Calendar: 187 Days                                                    

Reports to:    Principal                                                             

Dept./School:   Assigned Campus 

Primary Purpose:

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.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned

Training/Certification in Reading Intervention Programs

Master Reading Teacher Certification Preferred or Advanced Training in Reading

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two or more years of experience teaching reading support programs

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1.   Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum

      program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

2.   Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

3.   Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board

      policies, and administrative regulations.

4.   Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment 

      that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

5.   Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

6.   Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special 

      education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

7.   Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according 

       to district requirements.

8.    Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

9.    Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

10.  Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

11.  Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

12.  Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved

       by the campus principal.

13.  Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

14.   Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and

        emotional development of students.

15.   Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

16.   Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and

        facilities.

17.   Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

18.    Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,

         principals, and teachers.

19.    Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

20.    Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

21.    Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

22.    Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom 

         teachers.

23.    Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents

          required.

24.    Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Lifting more than 30 pounds. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.