Frontline Applicant Tracking - Mesquite ISD

Openings as of 4/27/2025

Bridge Assistant (Achziger)

JobID: 638

Position Type:
  Paraprofessional - Campus/Special Education Assistant


Date Posted:
  1/6/2025


Location:
  Achziger Elementary School


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Instructional Support Compensation Plan (187 Days)
Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.59 per/Hour
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• To assist the special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs.  Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.                
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• High School Diploma/GED
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Work collaboratively with others
• Work well with children with disabilities              
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
EXPERIENCE:
• None
• Some experience working with children preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Collaborate with the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with the instructional program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher by adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
• Attend to students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Help manage the behavior of students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Report to the teacher any special needs or problems of individual student
• Assist assessment team by administering achievement and/or development tests
• Help supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom.  This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as needed
• Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent
• Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
• Reading, writing, and effective verbal communication
• Maintaining emotional control under stress
• Exhibiting flexibility in completing job demands
Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling frequently
• Lifting paper, books, equipment, and students
• Transferring and positioning students to and from wheelchairs
• Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases
• Experiencing moderate noise level in the work environment
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
 




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Librarian (Achziger)

JobID: 871

Position Type:
  Professional - Teacher Level (Elementary)/Elementary Librarian


Date Posted:
  2/5/2025


Location:
  Achziger Elementary School


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Professional Compensation Plan
Salary Range: $64,072 - $88,662 per/Year
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Principal/Director - Library Services
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: 2025 - 2026 School Year 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• To supervise and manage the school library facility, creating a teaching and learning culture centered on innovation, collaboration, exploration, deep thinking, and creativity. Provide resources, instruction, and experiences for all learners that support personalized learning, inquiry, critical thinking, and problem solving. Serve as teacher, instructional partner, and information specialist who embeds literacy, information and technology skills into the instructional program of the school.                     
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• Master’s degree from accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Valid Texas librarian or learning resources specialist certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Knowledge of current best practices in library and information science.
• Ability to instruct and engage students with a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills are required.                   
EXPERIENCE:
• Previous successful teaching experience of at least two (2) years in the classroom.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Serve on decision making teams in the school.
• Take an active role in school improvement efforts and initiatives.
• Ensure that library program goals are aligned with school and district improvement plans.
• Create an environment that is conducive to active and participatory learning, resources-based instruction, and collaboration with other teachers on campus.
• Create and maintain a teaching and learning environment that is inviting, safe, flexible, and conducive to student learning.
• Participate in the curriculum development process to ensure that lessons include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital, etc.) necessary to develop critical thinkers and informed decision makers.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and teach engaging learning experiences and assessments that incorporate multiple literacies and foster critical thinking.
• Share information on district policies and best practices concerning such issues as selection of instructional materials, self-selected reading, reconsideration of materials, copyright, privacy, and acceptable use.
• Understand copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assist others with their understanding and observance of the same.
• Encourage the use of instructional technology to engage students and to improve learning, providing 24/7 access to digital information sources for the entire learning community.
• Evaluate, promote, and use existing and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning, supplement school resources, connect the school with the global learning community, and communicate with students and teachers, and provide 24/7 access to library services.
• Evaluate the library program using district, state, and national program standards.
• Collect and analyze data to improve instruction and to demonstrate correlations between the library program and student achievement.
• Collect data that is used to inform continuous program improvement.
• Use a variety of evidence and instructional data to support program goals.
• Remain current in professional practices and developments, information technologies, and educational research applicable to school library programs.
• Join with teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that will promote a love of reading for pleasure and information.
• Providing and planning professional learning opportunities for campus and district staff.
• Share expertise by presenting at faculty meetings, parent meetings, and professional learning sessions.
• Read widely in the area of children’s and/or young adult literature.
• Develop and maintain a collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, the teaching styles and instructional strategies used in the school community that is in accordance with district policy.
• Establish processes and procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation, resource sharing, etc. that assures appropriate resources are available when needed.
• Organize the collection for maximum and effective use.
• Cooperate and network with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school.
• Supervise and evaluate support staff, which may include clerical assistants, volunteers and student workers.
• Prepare, justify and administer the library program budget to support specific program goals.
• Select and use effective technology applications for management purposes.
• Arrange for responsive scheduling to provide student accessibility to staff and resources at point of need.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Clerical aide(s), student aides, and volunteers as necessary.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Communicate well in verbal and written modes
• Tolerating numerous interruptions
• Meet multiple demands and deadlines
Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Climbing, stretching, frequent light lifting of books and boxes up to 35 lbs., squatting.
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.        
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
 




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Teacher - 4th Grade Science/Social Studies (Achziger)

JobID: 993

Position Type:
  Professional - Teacher Level (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  Achziger Elementary School


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Teacher Compensation Plan
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Principal
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: 2025 - 2026 School Year 
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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:
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s Degree, with appropriate state certification for subject and level assigned
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.                
EXPERIENCE:
• None required beyond certification from an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
• 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.      
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provides progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
• Identify the special needs of students and seek assistance of others as needed.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Develop a student behavior plan that is consistent with established administrative policies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Make a provision for being available to students on a daily basis, as well as parents by appointment.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides, volunteers, and student teachers, and makes written evaluation as required.
• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that fulfills district requirements and personal expectations as a professional.
• Take an active part in the district-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attend campus and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff.
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Student Orientations, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building principal and the faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Aides, student teachers, student groups, etc, as assigned by the administration.
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.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Teacher - Special Education MTI/SF (Achziger)

JobID: 1263

Position Type:
  Professional - Teacher Level (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  4/8/2025


Location:
  Achziger Elementary School


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Teacher Compensation Plan
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Principal
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: 2025 - 2026 School Year 
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
• To provide instruction and assistance necessary to enable all children to achieve and function successfully in the least restrictive environment.                      
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Special Education Certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Have understanding of various disabilities and special education law. 
• Possess skills to assist in remediation of various disabilities. 
• Exhibit excellent communication (verbal and written), public relation, and interpersonal skills.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.            
EXPERIENCE:
• None
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Teach children with learning impairments to function in regular classroom with modifications.
• Plan programs of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Attend Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
• Develop and update the individual education plan for students.
• Work in collaboration with the classroom teacher(s) who may be involved with these students in formulating teaching strategies, planning appropriate lessons, and evaluating student progress.
• Maintain proper order for special education folders.
• Reveal confidential information concerning students only when disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.
• Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Special education instructional aides
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
• Performing medical and personal hygiene procedures consistently.
Physical demands/environmental factors:
• Lifting students.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
 




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Teacher - 1st Grade (Achziger)

JobID: 1277

Position Type:
  Professional - Teacher Level (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  4/22/2025


Location:
  Achziger Elementary School


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Teacher Compensation Plan
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Principal
 
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EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: 2025 - 2026 School Year 
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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:
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s Degree, with appropriate state certification for subject and level assigned
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.                
EXPERIENCE:
• None required beyond certification from an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
• 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.      
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provides progress reports as required, and communicate with parents as deemed necessary.
• Identify the special needs of students and seek assistance of others as needed.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Develop a student behavior plan that is consistent with established administrative policies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Make a provision for being available to students on a daily basis, as well as parents by appointment.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides, volunteers, and student teachers, and makes written evaluation as required.
• Maintain an ongoing program of professional growth that fulfills district requirements and personal expectations as a professional.
• Take an active part in the district-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attend campus and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff.
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Student Orientations, Open House, programs, and activities) agreed upon by the building principal and the faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Aides, student teachers, student groups, etc, as assigned by the administration.
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.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.




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