Primary Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject
area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree, associates degree, or high school diploma/GED and equivalent wage-earning
experience as required by certification
Valid Texas career and technical education certificate with required license, endorsements, and
training for subject and level assigned, or related training and work experience for certification
waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
Demonstrated competency in the career and technical education subject area assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of career and technical education subject assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to oversee student field experiences in career area assigned
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Student teaching, approved internship, or 4-10 years of wage-earning experience in the area of
certification
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts 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.
Present a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
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
Comply with federal, state, and local regulations related to the occupational area assigned.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom
equipment
Environment: Work inside, may work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements,
efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of
employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school
district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems
advisable.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT I have received a copy of this job description. I have read and understand the foregoing
statements described in the primary purpose, major responsibilities, and working conditions for this position
as outlined above
Non Discrimination Statement
The Lamesa Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and
employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or
genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The
District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in
such a manner.
For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX,
contact Lamesa ISD Assistant Superintendent at 806-872-5461 and/or Lamesa ISD Director of Athletics at
806-872-8385.
