6th Grade Science Teacher - IDEA Spears College Prep (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking passionate Science teachers to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a supportive learning environment for students. With a commitment to student achievement, teachers will implement state standards and engage in continuous professional development. The organization offers competitive compensation, including various stipends and opportunities for career advancement. Join a community dedicated to ensuring all students are prepared for college and beyond.

Benefits

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health

Dental and Vision Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account Options

Generous Vacation Time

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

Qualifications

• High level of content-area proficiency as evidenced by teaching certification.
• Experience in a K-12 classroom setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula to meet academic expectations.
• Communicate students' progress with families on a weekly basis.

Skills

Teaching Certification

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Role Mission: IDEA Science teachers are responsible for the increasing student achievement and mastery of grade level content. Science teachers deliver various levels of Pre-AP Science instruction across grade levels that provides students the knowledge and skills needed to access advanced level sciences across various curricula. Science teachers at IDEA provide the foundational science understanding that students will need as science subject areas advance. Teachers are tasked with delivering quality content instruction, relevant experimental practice, and supports that facilitate student learning and comprehension, playing a critical role in studentsu2019 path to and through college. 8 th grade Science is a state assessed content area.

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What We Offer

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• The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $62,500 . This role is eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each. We also offer opportunities and incentives through our Teacher Career Pathway with the potential to earn up to $10,000 in additional compensation. For more information about our compensation and total rewards, vis it our compensation and benefits page.

• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

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Other Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include:

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• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to u200B 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employe r -Paid Mental/Behavioral Health : 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a yea r , unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling , and other work-life services available at no cost.

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Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

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What You Bring -- Competencies

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Qualifications:

• High level of content-area proficiency as evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work-experience
• Education: Bacheloru2019s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required
• Experience: Experience in a K-12 classroom setting strongly preferredu00A0
• Licenses or Certifications: State certification preferred but not required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Aligned or relevant coursework that indicates experience or exposure to the Science content
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned and ability to pass a grade level aligned IDEA content assessment u00A0
• Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation u00A0
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior u00A0
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills u00A0
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

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What Youu2019ll Do -- Accountabilities

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• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations u00A0
• Learn, master, and deliver content and grade level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback u00A0
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual studentu2019s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly u00A0
• Communicate studentsu2019 progress with student and family on a weekly basis u00A0
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related tasks. u00A0
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus- wide initiatives while developing studentsu2019 character and sense of community in the classroom u00A0
• Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student u00A0
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect u00A0 for the communities in which they identify. u00A0 u00A0
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all studentsu2019 needs u00A0
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school wide meetings and functions u00A0
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development u00A0
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week u00A0
• Additional responsibilities may include: after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars

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We look for Team and Family who embody the following u00A0 values u00A0 and characteristics: u00A0

• Believes and is committed to our mission u00A0 and being an agent of change: that all students u00A0 are capable of getting u00A0 to and through college u00A0 u00A0
• Has demonstrated effective u00A0 outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them u00A0
• Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve u00A0 quickly u00A0
• Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes u00A0
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change u00A0
• Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization u00A0
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• We believe in education as u00A0 a profession u00A0 and hold ourselves to high level of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for our colleagues and students u00A0

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IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Reportu2019s top high u00A0 schools u00A0 lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. u00A0 u00A0 u00A0 u00A0

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When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.

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Staff Culture and Belonging

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At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.u00A0 Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here !

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To Apply

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Please submit your application online through Jobvite. Itu2019s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.

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