1st Grade Teacher — Data‑Driven, Growth‑Oriented

IDEA Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health Support

Relocation Allowance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Austin, TX seeks an exceptional IDEA Academy teacher to deliver rigorous instruction aligned with state standards and IDEA curricula. You will plan, assess, and adjust instruction to ensure every student makes progress toward college readiness.

The role emphasizes family communication, data-driven instruction, and a commitment to IDEA’s values, with opportunities for stipends and after‑school duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year educational institution (required).
• Teaching certification required or eligible.
• Experience in a K-12 classroom setting preferred.
• Reading Academies certification or TX training within required timelines; ESL/bilingual certs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Assess student progress and adjust lesson plans and instruction accordingly.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis.
• Host tutoring sessions after school or on Saturdays as assigned.

Skills

Content knowledge

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Teaching certification

Reading Academies certification

ESL certification

Bilingual certification preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Austin, TX seeks an exceptional IDEA Academy teacher to deliver rigorous instruction aligned with state standards and IDEA curricula. You will plan, assess, and adjust instruction to ensure every student makes progress toward college readiness.

The role emphasizes family communication, data-driven instruction, and a commitment to IDEA’s values, with opportunities for stipends and after‑school duties as needed.