2nd Grade Teacher - Reading

Sweetwater ISD; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Independent School District in Texas is seeking a dedicated 2nd Grade Reading Teacher for East Ridge to promote foundational literacy and a love of reading.

You will deliver standards-aligned instruction, implement structured literacy and explicit phonics, use assessments to guide instruction, and collaborate in PLCs to support diverse learners.

Strong knowledge of early literacy and the science of reading, plus Texas certification, are preferred; TIA incentives apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certification (Core Subjects EC6 preferred).
• Strong knowledge of early literacy development and the science of reading.
• Experience with data-driven instruction and intervention strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Tier 1 reading instruction aligned to state standards.
• Implement structured literacy practices, including explicit phonics instruction.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction and interventions.
• Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Differentiate instruction to support all learners, including struggling readers and advanced students.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and literacy-rich classroom environment.

Skills

Early literacy knowledge

Data-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certification

Core Subjects EC6 preferred

Job description

Sweetwater Independent School District is seeking a dedicated and student-centered 2nd Grade Reading Teacher to join the team at East Ridge. We are committed to ensuring high levels of learning for all students and are looking for an educator who is passionate about early literacy, foundational reading skills, and building strong readers from the start.

Position Overview

The 2nd Grade Reading Teacher will provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction focused on developing foundational literacy skills, including phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The ideal candidate will create a structured and supportive classroom environment that fosters a love of reading and meets the diverse needs of all learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Tier 1 reading instruction aligned to state standards
• Implement structured literacy practices, including explicit phonics instruction
• Use formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction and interventions
• Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Differentiate instruction to support all learners, including struggling readers and advanced students
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and literacy-rich classroom environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certification (Core Subjects EC6 preferred)
• Strong knowledge of early literacy development and the science of reading
• Experience with data-driven instruction and intervention strategies preferred

Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)

Sweetwater ISD participates in the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment, providing additional compensation for highly effective teachers based on designation level:

• Recognized:$7, 683 annually
• Exemplary: $15,367 annually
• Master: $27,611annually

Allotment amounts vary from year to year.

Why Sweetwater ISD?

• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
• Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
• Strong focus on early literacy and student success
• Opportunities for growth and leadershi