Nurse

NurseAs a teacher, you will have an extraordinary opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of your students and contribute to shaping a better future. This role is focused on student growth and achievement, your primary objective is to facilitate a dynamic and engaging learning environment that maximizes student potential. You will employ innovative teaching methods, personalized instruction, and data-driven assessments to promote academic progress and foster a love of learning. Your dedication to continuous improvement, strong instructional skills, and ability to connect with diverse learners will contribute to significant student growth and achievement.ResponsibilitiesPlan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences.Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to the students.Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.Assess the accomplishments of the students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.Refer students for evaluation by district specialists as required.Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes when required.Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluating their job performance.Maintain and improve professional competence.Participate in district staff development.Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committeesMaintain a professional relationship with colleagues.Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.Maintain open communication with parents.Other duties as assigned.Job QualificationsEDUCATIONBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.WORK EXPERIENCEPrior teaching experience in a similar role preferred *Applicants who do not meet these work experience qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experience that may meet requirements for a school district permit.TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONMicrosoft Office Texas state teacher certification aligned with teaching assignmentLEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIESNo supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff.WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENTWork involves the application of moderately complex procedures and tasks that are quite varied. Independent judgment is often required to select and apply the most appropriate of available resources. Ongoing supervision is provided on an "as needed" basis.BUDGET AUTHORITYNo budget development activity is required.PROBLEM SOLVINGDecisions are made on routine matters affecting few individuals and usually within the confines of the job's own department. Specific job activities and results are typically reviewed closely. There are limited requirements for developing new ideas or changes in methods, procedures, or services.IMPACT OF DECISIONSFollow rules and procedures. Decisions can have minimal or no impact to HISD. Errors can be readily detected, usually by the employee, and, if made, would result in minor expense for correction.COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONSCollaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPSTakes routine or required customer actions to meet customer needs. Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up. May handle escalated issues passed on from coworkers or subordinates.WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSWork is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.