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Trinity Charter School - Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Job Details

Region: 20
School District/Employer: Trinity Charter School
District Category/Employer: Campus, Charter/Private
Position: Teacher
Assignment Level: Core Subjects
  • Social Studies
Job Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher
School: Trinity Charter Schools- Pegasus Campus
Campus Description: Since 2003 Trinity Charter Schools has been dedicated to Educating and Empowering Students to Transform and Reclaim Their Lives. We continuously seek to provide a welcoming, nurturing, and academically rich environment where students can build upon academic success. Our students thrive on the structured learning opportunities we provide to them. Our purpose is to empower lifelong learning to help them successfully transition into the world. Our students play an active role in planning and guiding their own academic careers through student-led credit acceleration and recovery, guided graduation planning, and career exploration. These efforts result in student-led conferences that showcase academic growth and success. We believe all students are capable of great things, and we are here to support them.
Date Posted: 5/28/2021
Deadline: 2021-07-31
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Essential Functions and Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

Understanding of positive behavioral management techniques

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work respectfully and effectively with students, school staff, residential staff and visitors, regardless of gender, age, disability or ethnicity.


Ability to maintain a current Texas driver's license, with an excellent driving record.



Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare daily lesson plans, including integration of technology, and submit to Principal weekly.

Ensure lesson plans show adaptations for differences in student learning styles.

Teach instructional subjects according to the standards of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

Use formal and informal assessments, as well as student portfolios, to assess and document student progress.

Maintain records of student attendance and grades.

Maintain appropriate supervision of students and classroom staff.

Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly classroom.

Display current student work in classroom, without last names.

Prepare and submit report cards and IEP progress reports in a timely manner

Provide needed information and assist with the development of FBAs and BIPs.

Help students assess and enhance their study methods and habits.

Coordinate and manage extracurricular duties, as assigned by the Principal.

Serve as a role model for students and classroom staff regarding language, dress, and behavior.

Maintain current knowledge of, and abide by, all state regulations and TCS policies for teachers.

Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.

Provide input on book, equipment, and materials selection.

Create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, and community members.

Enrich job skills through professional development activities.

Actively participate in faculty and/or staff meetings and assist in school committees as needed.

Other Duties as assigned.



Physical Requirement


Maintain emotional control under stress.

Work with frequent interruptions

Occasional district wide travel

Frequent prolonged and irregular hours

Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 25 pounds with assistance), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (Master preferred).

Texas Social Studies Certification

Texas Special Education Certification

A minimum of one (1) year experience as a classroom teacher, working with ED and/or LD students, preferred.

CPI certification (or ability to acquire in two months).



Additional Job Description Information (not posted)
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
How To Apply: www.trinitycharterschools.org

Contact Person:

Name: Keely Reynolds
Email: keely.reynolds@lsss.org
Address: 8305 Cross Park Drive
City: Austin
State: TX
Zip: 78754
Phone: (512) 432-1651
Fax: (877) 705-2447