Job Title: Teacher – Dual Credit Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Funding Source: Local Funds
Pay Grade: Teacher Hiring Schedule
Department/School: Keller Collegiate Academy
Function: Educational Support
Reports to: Campus Principal
HR Date Approved: March 2021
HR Date Revised: March 2023
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SUMMARY:
Provide students with advanced academic instruction beyond, or in greater depth than, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for a corresponding high school course. The “dual credit” earned is college credit and high school credit for one course.
Dual credit is a process through which a student may earn high school credit for successfully completing a college course that provides advanced academic instruction or in greater depth than, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for a corresponding high school course. The “dual credit” earned is college credit and high school credit for one course. The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; communicate openly and effectively within and across teams; and manage resources to effectively support District goals.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.
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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Instructional Strategies
• Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person learning that fulfill the requirements of District’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
• Work cooperatively with Special Education Teachers to modify curricula as needed for Special Education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
Student Growth and Development
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students.
Classroom Management and Organization
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Communication
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Professional Growth and Development
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with State, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Other
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
AND:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Requirements for Dual Credit:
• A master’s degree or doctoral degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline being taught.
o For workforce education courses, SACS requires a bachelor’s degree in the discipline or an associate’s degree plus demonstrated competencies in the discipline.
• Medical Terminology Teachers: Associate Degree or higher, Current licensure in Allied Health, Nursing, or Medical Discipline, and 3 years of non-teaching work experience
*When the District partners with technical or community colleges to offer dual credit, including local or statewide articulated Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, the post-secondary faculty must meet SACS teacher requirements.
Experience:
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience
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SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• None
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MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used:
• Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals
Posture:
• Prolonged siting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
• Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists
Lifting:
• Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
Environment:
• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• No remote work
Mental Demands:
• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours
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INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit, or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
*There are requirements for years of service in the field, and must be approved by TCC to be a dual credit teacher
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