Teacher Resident Pool - Texas Wesleyan (Pre-Approval Required)

Position Type:
Teaching - Elementary & Secondary
Date Posted:
2/16/2024
Location:
To Be Determined
Closing Date:
Open Until FilledTeacher Resident Pool - Texas Wesleyan (Pre-approval Required)
Reports to: Principal & Resident Advisor, Texas Wesleyan University
Salary: $30,000
Duty Days: 187
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Purpose
Provides instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a Certified Teacher, to assist certified instructional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. Supports specific grade level/content area teachers in instruction, lesson planning, and differentiation. Assists teachers in the development and follow-through of individual student intervention plans based on data and design systems to support learning gaps and struggling learners.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Instruction

• Serves as the second teacher in a general education classroom (this role cannot serve as the teacher of record).
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned program activities; communicates progress of interventions to teachers and administration.
• Meets with grade level / content teams to design solutions for student growth and achievement.
• Monitors and modifies at-risk program interventions based on data and evaluation in conjunction with adjunct staff from Texas Wesleyan University and the campus leadership team.
• Provides regular small group instruction for at-risk identified students on an ongoing basis.
• Works closely with Certified Teacher to obtain feedback/coaching and implements the feedback.
• Serves as teaching staff for Fort Worth ISD and participates in Summer Texas Wesleyan University Programming.

Classroom Management

• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.

Logistics

• Constructs, distributes, copies and uses educational materials as needed.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and operations.
• Skill at the intermediate level, working with Microsoft Office 365, especially Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Skill in calculating fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions for practical situations.
• Skill in writing reports to leaders and writing instructions to students.
• Ability to assist students with simple math such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to learn how to use various District computer- and web-based applications as necessary.
• Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms, including carrying out instructions received, and reporting work status to supervisor as required.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 2.5 GPA cumulate or for last 60 hours;
  • Must be accepted and enrolled in the Texas Wesleyan University Program.

1. Apply to FWISD
2. Apply for admission to Texas Wesleyan University

https://apply.txwes.edu/register/?id=ba5bb9e2-d48d-4169-85c0-de06d3ce4c96

1. Apply to the Texas Wesleyan University - Teacher Education Program (TEP)

• Certification/License: None.
• Experience: Experience in tutoring or teaching highly desirable.
• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Note: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities.