2026-2027 Teacher - Kindergarten @ Mahanay Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 56,935 - 77,165; Full time

Job summary

Mahanay Elementary in Houston, Texas is seeking a 2026-2027 Kindergarten Teacher to provide engaging instructional experiences aligned with TEA and Alief ISD curricula.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching cert, ESL within 2 years, and ability to work with diverse learners; strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration with families and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• ESL Certification required within 2 years of employment.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Gifted Teachers must have 30 hours of gifted approved hours.
• Completion of student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Serve a diverse population of students including state/federal programs and general education.
• Establish professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Abide by the Alief ISD Code of Civility.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance rate – 94% annually.
• Confer with and foster professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators per guidelines.
• Plan and participate in meetings and provide documentation for admissions, reviews, progress, grades, and conferences.
• Comply with state, district laws, policies, and directives.

Skills

Subject matter knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

ESL Certification within 2 years

Core subject competency

Gifted program hours 30

Student teaching internship

Tools

Technology proficiency

Job description

2026-2027 Teacher - Kindergarten @ Mahanay Elementary

MAHANAY ELEMENTARY - Houston, Texas

Alief Independent School District

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Current ESL Certification: ESL Certification required within (2) years of employment beginning with teachers hired in the 2010-2011 school year
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Gifted Teachers must have 30 hours of gifted approved hours required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subject matter in assigned position
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Completion of student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve a diverse population of students who may be participating in state/federal programs as well as general education.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Abide by the Alief ISD Code of Civility.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance rate – 94% annually (excluding approved leaves and emergencies).
• Confer with and foster professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators on a regular basis per building and district guidelines.
• Plan and participate in all meetings and provide appropriate documentation for students regarding admissions, reviews, progress, grades, dismissals, conferences, etc.
• Comply with state and federal laws, district policies, rules, regulations and administrative directives as they exist or may hereafter be amended.

Instructional Strategies

• Plan and teach a program of study in accordance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), district mandates and curricula.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students.
• Implement instructional, linguistic, and/or modifications and accommodations per Admissions/Review/Dismissal (ARD) committees; LPAC committees; Section 504 committees, and RtI committees for students receiving services under all district, state and federal guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers and interventionists to modify curricula as needed for struggling general education students and special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Diagnose the learning needs of all students and seek the assistance of building and district leadership for appropriate intervention methods, techniques and strategies.

Student Growth and Development

• Assess the ongoing accomplishments and needs of students, maintain appropriate records, provide immediate feedback and progress reports on a regular basis per building and district guidelines. Administer state assessments as appropriate to the student population. Small group instruction is used.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Is a positive role model for students; supports the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an inviting, risk‑free, supportive, and warm learning environment appropriate to the developmental level and interests of students.
• Implement an appropriate and effective discipline management system for the classroom in alignment with building and district policies and/or rules governing student conduct.
• 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.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and federal laws; district and campus regulations and policies for classroom teachers as they exist or may hereafter be amended.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directs the work of any assigned instructional aide(s).

Evaluation

Performance in this role is evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of teachers on the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T‑TESS).

Position Type

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary

Salary: $67,100 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required