Teacher Resident - Lancaster Independent School District : Job Details

Position Type: Teacher/Teacher ResidentDate Posted: 4/16/2024Location: DistrictwideDate Available: 2024-2025 School YearClosing Date: until filledPrimary Purpose: The teacher resident (TR) is a student teacher who participates in a year-long clinical experience under the guidance of a highly effective Cooperating Teacher (CT). A resident observes and learns on the job in preparation for a teaching career while earning a degree (typically a bachelor's, but in some cases a master's) and/or certification from Dallas College. For a full school year, full-time, the resident works alongside the Cooperating Teacher. Teacher residents are actively engaged in as many elements of the classroom as possible from the very beginning of the residency year. The teacher resident will gradually assume greater responsibilities throughout the residency year as they develop as a teacher. Compensated roles must not compromise learning goals for future teachers. Qualifications: Enrolled in the Dallas College EPP program, working towards a teaching certificate Strong work ethic, open to feedback, with willingness to implement next steps, and a belief that all students can achieve. Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or economic differences. Preference given for experience working successfully with those of similar demographics to the desired school placement. ? Knowledge of subject matter being taught. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Essential Functions: Teacher Residents will be able to effectively integrate technology into their instructional practice. Teacher Residents will be able to effectively analyze the data from district assessments to determine students in need of assistance or students needing acceleration (tutor model). Working cooperatively with your Cooperating Teacher accepting constructive feedback and direction. Tutor small groups and individual students. Teacher Residents will attend the New Teacher Academy that is provided by the district View Full Job Description