This posting is intended only for candidates selected through the Texas State University Teacher Residency Program and assigned to Dripping Springs ISD for the 2026–2027 school year.

Job Title: Resident Teacher

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal, Mentor Teacher, and Site Coordinator

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 04/25/2023

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Serve as a resident teacher while participating in a year-long clinical experience under the guidance of a mentor teacher. Observe and learn on the job in preparation for a teaching career while earning a degree or completing teacher certification requirements. Work alongside the assigned mentor teacher and actively engage in classroom instruction, planning, data review, and continuous improvement throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Enrolled in an educator preparation program and working toward a teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subject matter related to classroom assignment

• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated effectiveness working with individuals from differing cultural backgrounds and experiences

• Strong work ethic, openness to feedback, willingness to implement next steps, and belief that all students can achieve

Experience:

• Demonstrated effectiveness working with individuals from differing cultural backgrounds and experiences

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Strategies

1. Co-teach and deliver lessons prepared by the mentor teacher and instructional team.

2. Provide small- and large-group instruction under the direction of the mentor teacher.

3. Supervise student practice, projects, and digital learning activities while monitoring independent work.

4. Collaborate with the mentor teacher to monitor and improve instruction through assessments, grading, and data analysis.

5. Adapt and improve lesson plans that support differentiated instruction and student engagement.

6. Support instructional strategies that promote higher-order thinking skills and personalized learning.

7. Align lessons, activities, and assessments with district curriculum and high academic standards.

Student Growth and Development

1. Identify and address students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.

2. Meet regularly with the mentor teacher to review instructional alignment and address student learning challenges.

3. Implement and recommend improvements to assessments used to measure student progress.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Manage classroom procedures and supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and instructional activities.

2. Identify and suggest ways to engage students in physical and virtual learning environments using technology.

3. Hold students accountable for measurable expectations related to behavior and engagement.

4. Contribute to a positive classroom culture built on respect, enthusiasm, and rapport.

Communication

1. Receive and respond to feedback from the mentor teacher and site coordinator during observations and coaching sessions.

2. Co-plan instruction with the mentor teacher and instructional team.

3. Collaborate with grade-level or content-area team members.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Attend required professional development before and throughout the school year.

2. Solicit and apply feedback from mentor teachers, principals, site coordinators, and team members to improve professional skills.

3. Participate in team planning, Professional Learning Communities, campus meetings, and training sessions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.