3rd Grade MathScience Teacher at Beta Academy

Job DescriptionTeacherBeta is a Title I Schoolwide campus. I understand that part or all of this job could be funded with federal funds. Mission The mission of the Beta Academy Teacher is to establish a world-class classroom through a culture of joyful rigor and develop scholars and leaders who can contribute on a community national and international level. Outcomes1. Meet Academic Goals(K-5) 60% of scholars achieve Meets or above on benchmarks and state tests(K-5) 25% of scholars achieve Masters on benchmarks and state tests(6-8) 65% of scholars achieve Meets or above on benchmarks and state tests(6-8) 30% of scholars achieve Masters on benchmarks and state tests(9-12) 70% of scholars achieve Meets or above on benchmarks and state tests(9-12) 35% of scholars achieve Masters on benchmarks and state tests70% of scholars meet or exceed expected growthEarn Distinct Designation in your content area on state testsEarn Master Level Teacher status on Beta Observation Rubric by third year of teaching.2. Meet Attendance Goal97% Average Daily Attendance3. Meet School Culture Goals3.0 score or higher on Parent Satisfaction Surveys95% Scholar Persistence(K-5) Award each scholar a minimum of 1 Sunshine Note a month(3-5) Award Beta Bucks a minimum 12 times throughout the dayMeasured by Teacher Observation Rubric section 2.1 for joyful teaching(6-8) Award tribe points a minimum 12 times throughout the day(9-12) Mentor a minimum of 7 scholars a year in successfully receiving their Ba patch4. Meet IT Goals100% of computer and IT inventory is accounted for at all times with comprehensive log identifyingwhen a scholar uses a device andwhich device the scholar is using100% of computer damage is reported within 24 hours through IT Trouble Tickets.5. Meet Operations Goals100% of classroom inventory is accounted for at all times.100% of classroom damage is reported within 24 hours through the facilitys trouble ticket system. Role Based CompetenciesOrganization & PlanningHigh StandardsOpenness to Feedback and IdeasProactivityEfficiencyCommunicationTeam WorkAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingEmotional IntelligenceFlexibility/AdaptabilityBeta Culture CompetenciesJoyCulture of HonorCourageous ConversationsIntegrityHigh StandardsCreativityInstruction & Scholar Achievement:Teach scholars the importance of hard work through joyful rigor engaging dynamic learning that is academically intellectually and personally challenging.Implement the following BA non-negotiable instructional methods. Endorsed methods per grade span are listed as follows; however these styles are cumulative and accessible for graduated spans:(K-5) Cooperative Learning Whole Brain Teaching Hands on Projects and Leadership Development - SFA Teams(6-8) Cooperative Learning Soft Skills Coaching Real World Project Leadership Development - Tribes(9-12) Socratic Method Soft Skills Coaching Leadership Development - Ba Patch & AmbassadorUnderstand that classroom observational feedback/scores will emphasize the successful implementation of the above teaching methods.Foster a love of learning and celebrate scholar successes.Provide opportunities for scholars to learn experientially through direct guided experience using sensory awareness active participation and natures resources.Challenge scholars to reach their highest potential.Model and promote BA character traits to scholars and stress the importance of each scholar being a responsible contributing citizen to society. Recognize and reward scholars for displaying BA character traits and uphold zero tolerance for bullying and disrespect.Implement the technology and software programs provided by BA operating and using technology for optimum results. Ensure scholars also know how to operate and use technology and software provided.Monitor and assess scholars daily work to reflect excellence in neatness thoroughness and scholar mastery of instructional goals. Ensure scholars do their best in every subject and use neat legible handwriting on assignments. Anything but a scholars BEST is unacceptable.(K-12) Take ownership of tutorials and apply the same standards as above.(K-2) Maintain a garden/planters box as an outdoor laboratory to help foster life skills responsibility problem solving and critical thinking. Provide dynamic environments in which to observe classify infer measure predict and organize.(3-8) Scholars will participate in at least 1 hands-on/real world learning project per year which will be completed during class time rather than at home.(3-8) Take ownership of STAAR boot camps for grades by assisting the homeroom teacher during their designated STAAR boot camp week.(5 & 7) 5th Grade teachers will participate in one overnight camping trip and 7th grade middle school teachers will participate in one overnight trip. Management & Organization:Encourage class attendance with recognition rewards parent communication and maintain 97% ADA.Implement classroom rules/procedures (including both positive reinforcement and consequences)Follow school drills and sub protocol procedures in accordance with the Parent/Scholar Handbook and utilize the Handbook as a first point of reference.Maintain a neat clean orderly and learning-centered environment that demonstrates BA standards of excellence. BA teachers take ownership of the campus and instill this in scholars daily.Perform a daily uniform check and understand scholars are expected to follow the BA appearance guidelines.Follow proper attendance-taking procedures and ensure timely reporting. Professionalism & Communication:Demonstrate professionalism by being in regular attendance and arriving on time to work staff meetings tutorials cafeteria duty parent nights (one per month) and other assigned duties.Complete required training on time.Work cooperatively to create an atmosphere of unity among the school community and refrain from gossip negativity and unsupportive comments.Demonstrate professionalism at ALL times. Exercise wisdom by remaining calm respectful and non-defensive during parent meetings disagreements and personal attacks.Utilize professional communication with strong grammar syntax usage and/or spelling skills during phone conversations personal conversations emails and social media such as Facebook Instagram Twitter etc. refrain from attacking others fighting on social media. Professional communication is used on and off campus.Exhibit professionalism in appearance and follow the BA standard of dress located in the Magic Makers Handbook under the Dress Code section. Apply this standard of dress to social media posts in regards to modesty in dress and action (ex: swimsuit cleavage & shirtless pictures in addition to posts with alcohol cigarettes and bars etc.).Regularly communicate to parents about scholar achievement levels class behavior assigned homework academic needs and any concerns.Share information regarding school calendar planned school activities field trips money collection and other events within the classroom and school that are imperative and time sensitive to the parents of the classroom.Check staff email a minimum of three times daily during normal working hours and check teacher in-box daily and commit to read updates notes and employee notices in a timely manner.Other duties/ responsibilitiesParticipate willingly in all dance/stomp productions throughout the academic school year.Additional duties may be assigned by the Principal.This is a 100% onsite role Key Skills Computer Science,Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Communication skills,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Conflict Management,Teaching,Tutoring,Word Processing Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1