Preference will be given to CFISD employees.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
- Valid Texas administrators/principal certification;
- Minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as an English language arts teacher;
- Preference is given to applicants with experience in grade 6 English language arts or reading intervention;
- Demonstrated:
- Commitment to life-long learning that supports high-quality first-time instruction, including the use of technology;
- Ability to develop and write curriculum;
- Ability to lead professional learning;
- Ability to manage data;
- Demonstrated skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with other teachers, campus administrators, and district personnel.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Probationary/Term Contract: 220 days
SALARY:
$75,181/IA-4
Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year 2024-2025.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Coordinate the review, development, and revision of secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, and grading plans.
- Work cooperatively with campus principals and CIA department members in developing and supervising the secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts instructional programs.
- Work collaboratively with the Secondary English Language Arts and Secondary ESL Coordinators.
- Work with teacher committees to determine priority objectives in secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts.
- Work with appropriate instructional personnel to establish district standards for acceptable levels of student achievement in secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of campus improvement plans in secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts.
- Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts, especially in writing.
- Provide training for teachers in areas related to improving student learning and performance.
- Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts.
- Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
- Participate in the selection and adoption of instructional materials for Reading and 6th grade English language arts.
- Participate actively in professional English language arts teacher associations and encourage the participation of other English teachers.
- Supervise secondary Reading and 6th grade English language arts coaches and Reading instructional specialists.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction and Directors of HS and MS Curriculum and Instruction.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of a mouse; occasional
reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent district-wide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Applications will be reviewed.
Not all applicants will be interviewed.
Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.