2024-25 Pre-k Teacher, Elementary-pflugerville - Austin, United States - Austin Achieve Public Schools

Austin Achieve Public Schools

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Austin, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Austin Achieve Public Schools is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school preparing youth to attend and excel at the nation's top colleges and universities.

Teachers play an essential role in the success of Austin Achieve scholars, as high-quality teaching is the key to student achievement.

Additionally, teachers and staff will play a critical role in the development of the school's culture and educational philosophies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as a positive adult mentor for students.
Internalize and implement weekly lesson plans provided by the curriculum.
Administer Student Assessments to track student readiness and progress.
Use data from ongoing assessments (formal and informal) to impact future instructional decisions.
Use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve scholar achievement and manage workrelated tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns with the district's commitment to restorative practices and a zerosuspension policy.
Participate in regular manager checkins and gradelevel meetings.
Attend professional development training before the beginning of the school year and during noninstructional days/times.
Utilize the knowledge from professional development to improve instructional practices in the classroom.
Attend weekly staff meetings, parent conferences, and school events.
Participate and assist in the supervision of all activities and functions dealing with the class and the student body as a whole.
Help shape and develop a schoolwide culture that fosters a safe and nurturing learning environment for all scholars.
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with scholars and families.

Qualifications:

Deepseated belief in Austin Achieve's mission and vision.
Be willing to do "whatever it takes" to ensure all students learn
Previous success with second language learners and diverse backgrounds

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Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and/or EC-6 Texas certification:

A minimum of two years of teaching experience
Hold all students to the highest expectations
Ability to use data to inform instructional practices
Excellent classroom management and teaching skills
Experience in collaboratively developing lesson and unit plans
Strong computer skills and desire to teach with technology
Native Spanish fluency is desired but not required

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination/harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.

People of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.