Somerset Academies of Texas: Elementary School Teacher JobID: 4146 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Generalist Date Posted: 11/6/2023 Location: Somerset Academies of Texas District: ESC Region 20 - website POSITION: Elementary School Teacher MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education. * Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject/ level assigned. Must be ESL certified. * Must possess strong communication and writing skills. • Must pass a background check. POSITION DESCRIPTION: * Implements and teaches a challenging curriculum that addresses the current academic levels of elementary school students * Develops and implements elementary school lesson plans that effectively meet the needs of students with various learning styles * Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflects an understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students * Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing * Conducts assessments of student learning styles and uses the results to plan instructional activities and inform instructional decisions * Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students * Manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook Core Professional Responsibilities * Keeps informed of and complies with applicable federal, state and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers * Establishes and maintains openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers to discuss the progress of students * Enforces and upholds the school's values, policies, and culture * Models the school's values in all interactions with students, families, community members, and faculty * Works collaboratively with staff members and participates in staff development activities * Pursues and engages in opportunities for professional growth • Maintain regular and reliable attendance For additional information and to apply, please visit https://somersetacademytx.org/join-team