4th Grade Teacher - Hughes ES (2026-2027)

HUGHES ES; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughes Elementary School in McKinney, TX, part of Prosper ISD, seeks a 4th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate starting date with 185-day salary schedule. Responsible for delivering rigorous lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with staff to support student growth.

You will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction, maintain positive classroom management, and communicate with families while participating in district-wide initiatives and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements.
• Experience through student teaching, approved internship, or related work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum.
• Use varied instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula as needed.
• Set goals with staff and communicate progress to families.
• Plan and supervise instructional aides and volunteers.
• Assess learning progress regularly and maintain records.
• Lead extracurricular activities as assigned by the campus principal.
• Model professional behavior and support the school mission.
• Create a positive, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Manage behavior according to Student Code of Conduct.
• Safeguard students, equipment, and facilities.
• Contribute to selecting instructional materials and resources.
• Maintain required reports and documentation.
• Establish professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Adhere to state and district regulations and policies.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

4th Grade Teacher - Hughes ES (2026-2027)

Prosper ISD HUGHES ES - McKinney, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5948264
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Salary Schedules Link /Days: 185

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned 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

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences.

2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

6. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

7. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

8. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

9. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

10. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

11. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

12. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

13. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

14. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

15. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

16. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

17. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

18. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

19. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

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, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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