Ironside HR Hiring for Middle School Teacher Job at Dallas, TX Full Time

Middle School Teacher – Math and Science

Position Summary – Instructing children in the areas set forth in the school’s curriculum within the spirit of the Lutheran school purpose and mission and lending leadership to the congregation.

Accountability

· To the Minister of Education/Principal and to the School Board

· To all other school and church personnel as a loyal and cooperative team member serving as a Christian role model to the students

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree or higher

· Has met the standards for or is actively pursuing the standards for elementary or middle school certification by the state of Texas (within two years of hire)

· Understands and is committed to the overall ministry of Lutheran Education in church and school

· Active member of Christian church, prefer active member in Lutheran Church

· Associates closely with God through prayer, study of the Bible, and regular communion; attends, participates and is visible in church activities

· Is able to relate to children and recognizes each as a unique gift of God

· Able to maintain job responsibilities with little or no supervision

· Prefer synodically trained and accredited teachers

Responsibilities

· Establish and maintain a teaching/learning environment

· Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health

· Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests

· Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities; follow the curriculum

· Actively promote and maintain open communication with staff in a feedback rich environment

· Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students

· Maintain accurate and complete student records

· Enforce policies and rules governing students

· Challenge and encourage students to explore learning opportunities

· Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students

· Meet with parents to discuss their children’s progress and determine priorities and resource needs

· Integrate technology as part of instruction

· Confer with other staff members to ensure vertical alignment

· Participate in professional development and continuing education

· Perform administrative duties as assigned

· Administer standardized achievement tests and interpret results

· Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees

· Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, and other experiential activities

· Inventory classroom textbooks and materials

· Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests

· Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

· Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others

· Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products

· Psychology – Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dallas, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Math: 1 year (Preferred)
• science: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location