The position for a Criminal Justice Teacher will be available at East Central ISD for the 2025-2026 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is 4:00 pm., May 08, 2025, or until the position is filled.

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Criminal Justice Teacher, under the supervision of the Principal, provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security (LPSCS) – Criminal Justice designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in school and society.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Analyze performance data in order to provide targeted instruction based on students’ individual needs.
Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program, reflect accommodations for learning style differences, and show written evidence of preparation as required.
Present content according to the guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students as identified in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Plan and monitor the workflow of instructional assistants and volunteers as appropriate.
Plan with ESL teachers to support ELL students with mastery of content knowledge.
Identify industry certification exam(s) aligned to content knowledge, provide instruction throughout the year to support 90% or above passing rates among Level I and Level II coherent sequence completers.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Support the mission of the school district by serving as a positive role model for students.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly to students, parents, and staff.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies for classroom teachers, including daily attendance punctuality, and confidentiality.
Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Comply with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics.
Performs other duties assigned within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.

NOTE: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant’s resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
Bachelor Degree
Experience in providing training or instruction preferred
Appropriate Texas Teacher’s certificate: Trade and Industrial Educator 6-12

EQUIPMENT USED: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards.

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: 2025-2026 School Year
SALARY: Based on the 2025-2026 Classroom Teacher Salary Scale