Job Title: AVID Teacher

Exemption Status/ Test: Exempt/ Professional

Reports to: Principal

Department/ School: Bay City High School

Minimum Salary: $50,800, see teacher pay scale

Annual Work Calendar Days: 187 Days

Primary Purpose:

The Teacher AVID will plan and implement instruction for the campus AVID College Readiness System and provide related educational services for students in assigned grade levels.The teacher will assess and evaluate student achievement, implement the AVID tutoring model, collaborate with AVID site team members and other teachers and develop instructional activities which support a rigorous learning environment for students in advanced academic classes.

Benefits: 

Why Bay City ISD?

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

AVID professional development preferred, required upon hire

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience:

3 years of secondary teaching experience, required

AVID or other college readiness experience, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

AVID Instruction

1. Coordinate instructional-related and testing activities with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required, to maximize learning opportunities
2. Utilize a AVID instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning
3. Participate in in-service and staff development activities an staff meetings as required or assigned to include AVID professional development activities
4. Ensure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student(s) progress
5. Continually communicate with students on instructional expectations and keep them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations
6. Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement
7. May assign work to and supervise instructional assistants, parent, tutors, and student volunteers
8. Ensure classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are accessible to students and in good condition
9. Support or participate in school wide student activities and social events and approved fund raising activities
10. Collaborate with other professionals (guidance counselors, librarians) to carry out school wide instructional or related activities.
11. Assist in developing self-advocacy, self-expression, and character development within the students
12. Assist students (high school level) with college preparation activities such as college and scholarship searches, college essay, registering for college entrance exams, financial aid, etc.
13. Design and hold (with the Site Team) regular parent meetings which focus on AVID strategies and preparing the students for college preparation and readiness
14. Work closely with the AVID tutors and ensure that high quality AVID tutorials are provided during the AVID elective class two times per week
15. Sponsor and support student leadership, activism, and community service
16. Schedule field trips and guest speakers (with the Site Team) for the AVID class including trips to college and university campuses

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans 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.
2. 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.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. 
4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP.
5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
6. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
8. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
3. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to students code of conduct and student handbook
14. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
15. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

17. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
18. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
19. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
20. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged and irregular hours

Tools/ Equipment Used:

Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Frequent walking

Lifting: 

Regualr light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment:

Work inside; May work outside; regular exposure to noise

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. 

Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.