Professional

The classroom teacher will provide instruction to students both face-to-face through project-based learning and online. The teacher will be supported by a Campus Director, University Academy Central Office Administrators, Ingenuity Center Professional Development Specialists, and university faculty. The classroom teacher will be expected to participate in daily teaming and project development with all teachers at the campus as well as teachers at other campuses using distance technologies. The classroom teacher will be responsible for curriculum development, lesson planning, communication and outreach, classroom management, integrating multiple technologies, collaborating with colleagues, and integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines. Teachers will be expected to participate in graduate level work, and those teachers not currently holding master’s degree will be expected to be enrolled in a program as part of the compensation package. The position will be a 9 month university appointment, predicated on performance, enrollment, and continued successful operations of the charter school.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• Appropriate grade/subject certification.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Content knowledge; knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

• Ability to integrate multiple technologies

• Ability to integrate project-based learning.

• Ability to integrate STEM disciplines.

• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

• Experience working with special needs students.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to organize teams and meet deadlines.

The Nurse position maintains required immunization records, perform state mandated health screenings, track communicable diseases, respond to emergencies, provide direct care to students, faculty, and staff, and implement district school health programs at their campus under the supervision of the district nurse. The overall goal for this position is to support students’ wellbeing and contribute to a healthy and safe learning environment that fosters academic achievement. The position must communicate with students, parents, teachers, and colleagues in a professional manner.

Essential Functions

Gather Student Information; Set Up and Evaluate Records:

• Review and evaluate immunization records; contribute to and implement the individualized student healthcare plans.

• Review and evaluate physician orders as related to all medications to be administered on campus.

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.

Provide Student Care: 

• Administer physician ordered medications as outlined in district policy.

• Collaborate with campus directors, counselors, teachers, parents, and others regarding health needs of students with health conditions.

• Make referrals as necessary; provide health counseling and instruction to individual students.

• Remain at location during the emergency.

• Return immediately after an emergency to relieve those who are assigned to stay.

• Work at an alternate location if assigned during or after the emergency.

• Come to work during scheduled time off (vacation) if requested.

Manage Unexpected or Emergency Situations That are Commonly Seen in Assigned Specialty Population:

• Provided temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or staff according to district policy and procedures.

• Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students, faculty, and staff as needed in emergency situations.

Administer and Document State Mandated Testing for the Student Population: 

• Perform screening procedures as outlined by the Texas department of health, Texas education agency, and district policy.

• Maintain accurate screening records and update electronic health records with results as needed. 

Assist District School Nurse with other duties as assigned: 

• Monitor and track communicable diseases and report any state mandated illnesses (i.e.: SARSCoV-2, influenza);

• assist front office as needed with special consideration of primary nursing duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

 
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Experience working with special needs students.

• Strong customer service and communication skills, both in person and over the phone.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, working both independently and as a team member.

• Ability to organize teams and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in managing and reviewing documentation.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

• Demonstrated flexibility and initiative in a dynamic work environment.

• Ethical. Ability to maintain confidential information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

• Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.

• A combination of experience and education may be considered.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Texas Registered Nursing License.

• CPR (Healthcare Provider) certification.