Job Title Teacher/Coach Reports to: Principal Head Coach Campus Athletic Coordinator Dept. School Assigned Campus Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: 187 Days Revised: 2020-2022 Primary Purpose Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed 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 Bachelors degree from an accredited university
Certification Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of subjects assigned General knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Coaching Duties Attached to this assignment
Experience At least one year of student teaching or approved internship
Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies • Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. • Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. • Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations. • Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. • Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. • Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). • Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements. • Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers. • Use technology to strengthen the teaching-learning process.
Student Growth and Development • Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. • Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. • 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 mission of the school district.
Classroom Management and Organization • Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. • Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. • Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Communication • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers. • Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Professional Growth and Development • Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. • Other
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers and coaches. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Regular Attendance Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise assigned teacher aides.
Working Conditions Mental Demands Physical Demands Environmental Factors Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
Equal Opportunity Employer Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, including pregnancy, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
The district Title IX Coordinator is Dayna Hardaway. Director of Human Resources 1104 Broad St. Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012
Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to human resources at 940-235-1012.