Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Teacher - Kennedy Powell Elementary - Temple Independent School District

Position is for a lead instructor in a national Project Lead the Way Lauch program at the Elementary School Level. Applicants may hold licensure in elementary, science, mathematics, industrial technology or engineering technology and have participated or be willing to participate in appropriate PLTW training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

General Responsibilities:

As the educational leader in the classroom, the teacher is responsible for the implementation of district curriculum in a way that maximizes student learning. The teacher is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all students within his/her assignment. Teacher supports the growth of the STEM curriculum by planning lessons and providing instruction for students in the areas of (but not limited to):Coding, Robotics, Problem/Project Based Learning, and Design Process.

Duties:

• Write and implement long-range plans which incorporate district/course curricular objectives
• Write and implement daily plans which incorporate district/course curricular objectives
• Plans and implements plans to address the needs of individuals and/or small group instruction
• Incorporates curricular revision and new programs into instruction
• Organization and management
• Organized the classroom for efficient use of instructional time.
• Has supplies, materials and equipment available for use.
• Keeps student records and permanent folders current and readily available for teacher, student or parent reference.
• Maintains information for classroom management.

Instruction

• Demonstrates a knowledge of subject area and the ability to convey it to the students.
• Demonstrates the ability to organize information for local presentations.
• Teaches to the objective and uses a variety of materials.
• Demonstrates effective presentation skill and styles which reflect curricular objectives.
• Focuses students for instruction.
• Provides for all students to be actively involved in a lesson.
• Monitors student responses and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Uses reinforcement to influence positive behavior.
• Presents clear, legible and precise directions.
• Provides guided and independent practice.
• Applies appropriate closure in a lesson presentation.
• Maintains, administers and utilizes tests as an instructional tool.
• Evaluates student work and communicates progress.

Classroom Climate

• Creates a physical environment conductive to learning
• Creates an emotional atmosphere conducive to learning

Professional Relationships

• Demonstrates sound professional judgment.
• Interacts positively with other staff members.
• Interacts positively with community and parents.
• Meets assigned district and building responsibilities.
• Seeks professional growth.
• Works to complete building, district and board of education goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Assistant Principal.

May supervise one or more teacher’s aide(s) and/or volunteer(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees/volunteers; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. There may be alternatives to the below qualifications as the Board of trustees may find appropriate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, administration, staff, parents, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to travel to multiple campuses, as assigned and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee may also be required to occasionally travel out-of-district for school functions and/or activities.