1st Grade Teacher (26-27)
Northwest Independent School District SEVEN HILLS ES - NEWARK, Texas
Posted: May 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Job Details
- Job ID: 5723985
- Application Deadline: Posted until filled
- Starting Date: To Be Determined
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Salary: $63,343.60 to $83,774.20 per year
- Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
- Duty Days: 187
- Pay Grade: A15
Job Description
Northwest Independent School District seeks an Elementary 1st Grade Teacher (0501) who reports to the campus principal and is assigned to a campus.
Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, enabling them to develop competencies and skills for successful functioning in society.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
- ESL Certification required for all ELA teachers
- Knowledge of assigned subjects
- General knowledge of design and delivery issues related to alignment for best results in student achievement
- Ability to deliver instruction and manage student behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Student teaching or approved internship
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations for individual student needs.
- Conduct assessment of student learning preferences and use results to plan instructional activities.
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines in IEPs.
- Cooperate with other staff to plan and implement instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements.
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
- Use technology to strengthen the teaching and learning process.
- Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
- Consistently evaluate student achievement through formal and informal assessments and use results to plan instructional activities.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
- Present a positive role model for students.
- Support the mission of the school district.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and IEPs.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- Communicate professionally to accurately and clearly present information.
- Participate in district and campus staff development activities.
- Actively participate in Professional Learning Communities.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Articulate the district’s mission and goals in assigned responsibilities to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
- Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet identified needs.
- Demonstrate appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
- Support classroom instruction through tutorials and study materials.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise assigned teacher aides and student teachers.
Equipment Used
- Computer, copier, document camera, iPad, computer tablet, and other specialized equipment unique to the teaching assignment.
Working Conditions
May require standing for long periods, repetitive hand motions, and prolonged use of a computer. The position requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, sitting, and keyboarding. Strength and mobility to lift up to 25 pounds to waist height and move small stacks of textbooks and classroom equipment are required. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), maintain emotional control under stress, and instruct is necessary.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.