Classroom Teacher ACE

Classroom Teacher - ACE Demonstration Schools Job Description

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Job Title: Classroom Teacher - FSLA: Exempt ACE Demonstration Schools

Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus Calendar Days: Varies

Contract: Probationary/Term Revised: 5.9.2025 The ACE Demonstration Schools Classroom Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject area to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, and to develop the competencies and skills needed to function successfully in society. Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrates openness to feedback
• Collaborative in their approach to the work
• Willingness to ask for help
• Exhibits strong foundational teaching skills and knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to analyze data consistently to make instructional decisions
• Ability to build a strong, positive classroom and campus culture
• Ability to provide strong social emotional supports
• Ability to persevere through challenges

Experience:

• Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Minimum three years successful teaching experience preferred Instructional Strategies
  1. Teach the District's curriculum utilizing well-designed lesson plans and rigorous instruction combined with curriculum activities and instructional objectives that are standards-based, measurable, and accelerate the transfer of learning and knowledge
  2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of student's assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations Develop instructional units and opportunities for enrichments, differentiations, and project-based learning to provide for collaboration, creative thinking, and extended interaction among students Qualifications Primary Purpose Major Responsibilities and Duties Classroom Teacher - ACE Demonstration Schools Job Description
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     3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
     4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
     5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements Student Growth and Development
     6. Assess and document student mastery of curriculum objectives and student progress and growth utilizing frequent, appropriate, on-going and multiple assessment tools through interventions, and formal and informal assessment procedures, including standardized tests, formative assessments, performance tasks, enrichments and observations
     7. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
     8. Be a positive role model for students; be professional in appearance, in manner, and in attitude; and support mission of school district Classroom Management and Organization
     9. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
     10. Execute and maintain appropriate student-centered discipline techniques and effective classroom management strategies to maximize student learning and time-on-task
     11. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
     12. Engage parents and families in the academic and behavioral progress of their child by initiating parent conferences and providing opportunities for parents to continually support student learning and school programs
     13. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials, identifying and using community resources consistent with the objectives of the class
     14. Maintain accurate and efficient record-keeping of official attendance records, grade reports, student files, documentation of state and local assessment preparation and other appropriate documents Communication
     15. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members
     16. Demonstrate consistent loyalty to district, school, colleagues, and profession, being highly positive and supportive in staff relationships Professional Growth and Development
     17. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
     18. Attend and participate in faculty and professional learning community (PLC) meetings and serve on staff committees as required
     19. Contribute ideas, work on committees, collaborate with peers, participate in curriculum development and revision activities as appropriate, and attend district and campus Classroom Teacher - ACE Demonstration Schools Job Description

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     professional development activities demonstrating a commitment to personal and professional growth and development (including summer professional development) Other

     20. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
     21. Assume other duties as assigned by the principal and the Superintendent of Schools None The evaluation of the Classroom Teacher is a responsibility resting with the campus principal. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours Environment: Exposure to biological hazards Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Supervisory Responsibilities Work Environment

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