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Teacher - Steele Montessori Academy (For the 2018-2019 School Year)

Employer
San Antonio Independent School District
Location
San Antonio, TX, US
Salary
Per Year

Job Details

Opening: December 21, 2017

Closing: Until Filled

Reports To: Campus Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment:

10 months/187 days per year. Salary is on the teacher salary schedule on the SAISD Compensation Plan on a term or probationary contract, as applicable with additional consideration for directly related experience.

Primary Purpose:

To provide students with appropriate learning activities in core academy subject areas designed to fulfill their maximum potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills that will prepare them for success in higher education and society. In addition, a teacher at the SAISD Montessori Academy is agreeing to nurture the comprehensive development of all the children in the school using the Montessori Method of education. Teachers are agreeing to work in partnership with the principal, the school board, other staff members, the families of the school and community at large to create the best possible Montessori education for San Antonio pre­school, kindergarten, first and second grade children.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Demonstrate knowledge of Montessori philosophy and educational strategies and have or are close to completing Montessori certification.

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the applicant

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of Montessori curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship

Minimum three (3) years' experience working in a PreK-2 Montessori classroom

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Teaching Strategies Specific to Montessori:

Planning, Preparation and Instruction

The teacher creates instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth of the child.

The teacher uses the School Curriculum, Montessori Albums, and current research based instructional practices to develop interdisciplinary units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students.

The teacher is responsible for maintaining an on-going dialogue with specialty teachers and coordinating curriculum integration and implementation with these teachers.

The teacher works with students of various abilities assigned to the classroom, including those with learning differences as diagnosed. The teacher may be required to participate in meetings, training, and planning cooperatives to fully meet each child's needs.

The teacher uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children's work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students.

Classroom Environment/Management

The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment that meets the sensitive period/plane of development of the children he/she works with.

The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the group; for maintaining a clear, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment, including the care and maintenance of classroom materials and equipment; for communicating needs for the classroom in accordance with school policy, i.e., maintaining inventory of classroom materials and any additional materials needed.

The teacher creates an environment that demonstrates rapport with, respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students. The teacher models and teaches conflict resolution and problem solving strategies in the classroom.

Communication

The teacher is responsible for communication that supports an understanding of the school's program, develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family in the school community.

The teacher establishes a positive relationship with parents of the students and maintains regular communication with parents with regard to their child's specific needs. The teacher provides for parent conferences, meetings and communication throughout the school year in accordance with school policy. The teacher responds to parent concerns in a timely manner.

The teacher communicates to parents and others in the school community about the classroom and curriculum. The teacher develops and participates in parent programs that help develop an understanding of the Montessori Curriculum.

Professional Responsibility

The teacher is involved in ongoing self-assessment and refinement of practice in the classroom as well as collaborative professional growth.

The teacher maintains his/her teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school community and attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.). The teacher is a member of professional organizations including but not limited to the American Montessori Society and is aware of major areas of research in teaching and resources for professional learning.

The teacher participates in collegial activities designed to make the entire school a productive learning environment, for example, age level meetings, curriculum discussion groups, working committees, mentoring, etc. It is expected that teachers attend all scheduled meetings and professional days as appropriate to their level. The teacher participates and shares information from professional development activities with colleagues to benefit the learning community.

Related Duties

The teacher conducts new student interviews and hosts prospective student applicants in the classroom as requested through admissions.

The teacher works with assistants is responsible for the training and coaching of the assistant.

Instructional Planning and Delivery:

Analyze performance data in order to provide targeted instruction based on students' individual needs

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Montessori curriculum for multi-age students, reflect accommodations for learning style differences, and show written evidence of preparation as required

Present subject matter according to the guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements

Work with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students as identified in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process

Plan and monitor work flow of instructional assistants and volunteers

Monitoring Student Progress and Potential:

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing

Support the mission of the school district by serving as a positive role model for students

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 the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

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

Qualities of Effective Teaching:

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly to students, parents and staff

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

Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth

Keep informed of and comply with state, district and campus policies for classroom teachers, including daily attendance, punctuality and confidentiality

Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required

Comply with the Texas Educator's Code of Ethics

Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student centered environment

Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise students and monitor work flow of instructional assistants as appropriate

Equipment Used:

Computers and Computer peripherals

Various software programs

Teacher resource materials and equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Printers

Copier

Fax machine

Telephone

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands

Above average degree of concentration, communication (verbal and written), interpretation, understanding verbal instructions, analyzing, differentiating, reading, coordinating, compiling, computing, instructing, emotional control, memorizing, organizational skills, and the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, write. Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Occasionally sit, climb, or balance, taste or smell; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Factors:

Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

THE SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, GENDER, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.



Primary Location: STEELE MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Salary Range: Per Year
Shift Type: Full-Time

Company

SAISD is as diverse and historically rich as the city whose name it shares. As San Antonio’s founding school district, SAISD neighborhood schools have served the heart of the Alamo City for more than 100 years. Today, SAISD serves about 49,000 students across more than 90 schools in our culturally proud, urban community.
 

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Telephone
2105542240
Location
514 W. Quincy Street
San Antonio
Tx
78212
US

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