Mesquite Independent School District is seeking qualified candidates for the teaching position of STEM Cybersecurity Middle School. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program in a way that includes the best use of research findings, time, space, available technology, financial and community resources, so that student achievement will be maximized.

Qualifications: 

• This teaching position requires a Bachelor’s Degree with a valid teaching Certificate in Technology Education or Technology Applications.

Applicants may also hold a certificate in Trade and Industry Education, https://tea.texas.gov/texas-educators/certification/career-and-technical-education-cte/career-and-technical-education-information

Preference will be given to applicants who:

• Have demonstrated successful teaching
• Have the ability to meet deadlines and schedules in an organized fashion
• Have advanced computer skills, communication skills, and public relations skills
• Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on state curriculum through a combination of classroom, laboratory, and co-curricular activities
• Maintains expertise in subject area and attends professional development
• Manages and maintains a clean, effective, and professional learning environment and equipment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrate a cognitive understanding of the subject matter and pedagogical skills in his/her teaching field
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Exhibit excellent public relation and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitations skills
• Demonstrate highly effective organizational and consensus building skills
• Understand the value of planning and demonstrate ability to develop and implement short and long range instructional plans based upon effective instructional strategies, knowledge of the discipline, student needs and performances, the global society, the community, and the curriculum
• Understand the various learning styles and show competence in developing and delivering instruction appropriate to students’ developmental needs
• Understanding cultural diversity through providing
•  instruction appropriate to diverse cultures and populations, learning styles, and background experiences
• Understand how to develop a variety of instructional strategies, technologies, resources, and techniques for problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Possess knowledge base for critiquing, constructing, and utilizing multiple forms of appropriate assessment techniques in order to monitor progress, modify and adapt instruction, and set goals
• Exhibit effective communication skills and techniques, including verbal, nonverbal, and media communication that are sensitive to student differences and needs
• Possess basic understanding of the impact of technology in assigned curricular areas
• Follow all policies and procedures of the MISD
• Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding students educational, physical, and emotional well being, and maintaining emotional control under stress

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Standing, walking, and verbalizing for long periods of time
• Lifting or moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment
• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable. 

Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule: 187-day contract

Applications due by:  Until Filled 

The Mesquite Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by law.