Openings as of 12/30/2024
GT Coordinator
Position: GT Coordinator
Location: Splendora ISD
Reports to: Director of Advanced Academics
Terms of Employment: 12 months
Qualifications/Requirements:
Master’s degree in the education field and a minimum of three years classroom experience with demonstrated leadership experience
School level literacy coaching and/or leadership experience
GT 30 hour certification
Responsibilities:
Coordinates the identification, testing, selection, and placement of students.
Provides appropriate and regular reports concerning the program to the Director of Advanced Academics
Conducts an on-going evaluation of the program and makes recommendations regarding operation of the program.
Develops an improved understanding of gifted students' educational needs on the part of teachers, administrators, and parents and interprets the educational needs.
Works with principals in organizing and coordinating gifted education in their buildings in order to influence horizontal and vertical continuity and articulation of the gifted education program throughout the district.
Disseminates information concerning opportunities for gifted children to parents, students, and staff.
Prepares reports, summative evaluations, and grant applications
Provides recommendations to teachers for revision of goals and instructional objectives to more fully accommodate student needs.
Plan, develop, advise and coordinate enrichment activities for use by the classroom teacher
Provide enrichment activities and/or thinking skills training in the regular classroom when time allows
Monitor student progress and interpret the results of evaluation.
Coordinate and support campuses with the Robotics program
Other duties as assigned
Terms of Employment:
Probationary/Term Contract 226
Pay Grade:
Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the 2023-2024 school year
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
The distribution of materials requires the handling of boxes that may weigh up to 40 pounds.
Long hours
Frequent district-wide travel
Science Coordinator Job Description
Position: Science Coordinator
Reports to: Chief Learning Officer
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Splendora ISD is seeking a passionate and dynamic Science Coordinator to lead, support, and enhance our science curriculum and instructional practices. The ideal candidate will foster innovative teaching strategies, provide professional development, and ensure alignment with state science standards. This position plays a pivotal role in preparing students for success in STEM fields and fostering a love for scientific inquiry.
Strong knowledge of state science standards and best practices in science instruction
Develop, implement, and evaluate a rigorous science curriculum that aligns with state and standards
Provide instructional leadership and coaching to science teachers across all grade levels.
Plan and deliver high-quality professional development focused on innovative science teaching practices and effective use of instructional resources.
Support teachers in integrating STEM and project-based learning into their classrooms.
Analyze student achievement data and collaborate with educators to design interventions that improve outcomes.
Identify and recommend instructional materials, lab resources, and technology to enhance science instruction.
Stay current on educational research, science trends, and state/national policies impacting science education.
Serve as a liaison between the district, schools, and community partners to promote science initiatives and events.
Lead or assist with district-wide science fairs, competitions, and STEM initiatives.
Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the 2025-2026 school year
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POSITION TITLE: Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper state certification
REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 182 days.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Participate in curriculum review and design.
Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
Effectively implement district initiatives.
Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Job Duties: Teach students at elementary level in English and Spanish. Prepare and develop lesson plans in English and Spanish aimed at improving the students English language skills and applying knowledge of core academic subjects that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning style and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations and effectively manage students' behavior and provide meaningful instructions in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Work with non-native English speakers and teach in a Spanish language and work with students to improve their English speaking abilities. Communicate naturally without miscommunication both oral and written in English and Spanish with accuracy and fluency using correct structures, expressions, basic and academic grammar/vocabulary. Instruct students in both English and Spanish language, and able to explain difficult concepts in terms that students can understand. Enforce classroom rules, communicate with parents, and prepare students for standardized tests and grade papers. Respond patiently to students when they struggle with work material and activities. Develop activities that are tailored towards improving the students' ability to learn in a bilingual setting. Assess and evaluate student performance and learning in accordance with specified guidelines and reporting evaluations to the principal and students' parents. Determine special needs of students and recommend appropriate measures to address these needs; conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. Collaborate with teacher assistants and special education teachers effectively to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements, as well as to discuss student’s needs with parents and administrators.
Position Description
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 187 days
ESL CERTIFICATION REQUIRED
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Special Knowledge/Skills
The District Police Officer is responsible for handling law enforcement and police-related matters at District facilities as outlined in the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal procedures, District’s Board Policy, Management Guidelines, Departmental Rules and Regulations, and as directed by the Chief of Police. The District Police Officer is responsible for working cooperatively with the school administration, students, staff members, other District police officers, and officers from all law enforcement agencies to maintain positive campus security and a safe and secure campus environment. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students, and drive continuous improvement.
High School Diploma or GED
Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer
Standards and Education (TCOLE)
Valid Texas driver’s license
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
General knowledge of the criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws
Ability to exercise good judgment under potentially dangerous conditions
Training and ability to subdue offenders, including the use of firearms and handcuffs
Bonded as required by Texas Educations Code §37.081
Ability to pass required physical, psychological, and drug tests
Ability to work well with youths and adults
All officers may be required to work all man-made or natural disasters impacting the school district at the direction of the Chief of Police
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Patrol the District and provide police services to individual facilities, students, and staff
Operate a District vehicle and patrol school property or an assigned area to deter criminal offenses such as fire, burglary, theft, vandalism, and other unauthorized activities.
Perform routine daily patrol car servicing (gas, oil, tires, etc.) to ensure a properly functioning vehicle.
Investigate criminal offenses that occur within the District’s jurisdiction or against the District.
Enforce regulations for and on District school buses.
Investigate suspicious persons in and around schools.
Report the misuse of buildings and property belonging to the District.
Enforce all the general and criminal laws of Texas within the District’s jurisdiction.
Provide police services and assistance to the administration, other officers, students, and staff.
Assist the traffic control on streets, at athletic events, school closings, school openings, or any other location deemed necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of students and staff.
Assist school staff in emergency situations, inside the building when notified.
Prepare a written report of each incident or relevant observation that occurs on campus.
Provide police services at District-sponsored events, on or off-campus.
Establish a positive working relationship among students, staff, and the community.
Be available to work overtime as assigned by the Chief of Police.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 187 days.
Education/Certification:
HIT (High Intensive Tutoring) Program
Position Title: Secondary Tutor
Reports to: After School Activities Coordinator
Position Summary
An elementary tutor will be assigned to an elementary campus for at least one hour after school. Tutors will be responsible for 3-5 students. The tutor will be responsible for developing reading or math skills that students are lacking due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The tutor will use programs provided by the district to guide the tutoring session. Tutors will need to track the students progress on the software, and run small group instruction with students based on their individual results. The tutor will use the program to run reports and use the program features to run the small group instructional sessions. The program will be open Monday through Thursday from 3:15 to 4:15, and there will be additional sessions from 5:15 to 6:15. Tutors must work a minimum of two days per week. Training on the software programs and structure of a tutoring session will be provided in June. Tutors must attend the training sessions. They will be held on trade days.
Pay: $50 per hour
Instruction and assessment
Conduct small group and one on one instruction using materials provided by the district
Assist students to improve their math and reading skills and their abilities to reach grade level expectations
Act on coaching from program staff
Asses students progress through monitoring and generating reports on the program provided
Documents student progress
Regularly review student data to gauge the effectiveness of the tutoring sessions
Communication
Communicate with students in an age appropriate manner
Professionally communicate with program staff
Fulfill program requirements and read and respond to emails from program staff
Ensure confidentiality of student records
Attendance
Conform to regular attendance requirements that each tutor agreed to when hired (minimum of two days per week)
Attend all required training sessions
Complete one year of tutoring (approximately 13-15 weeks each semester)
Point of Contact: Email Harrison Gillaspy at hgillaspy@splendoraisd.org with any questions
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