8021- FLEx Virtual High School Spanish Teacher

Pasadena Independent School District; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District seeks a Virtual High School Teacher to deliver high-quality online instruction to grades 9–12, foster a positive learning culture, and support student success in a virtual environment.

The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsements, ESL certification (or ability to obtain within one year), and demonstrated experience with online instruction delivery and virtual course management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for grades 9-12.
• ESL certification required or ability to obtain within one year.
• Training: Online instruction delivery and Pasadena ISD Virtual Teacher Training or equivalent online course development/management training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with curriculum guidelines using online teaching strategies.
• Create and adapt curriculum to meet diverse student needs including differentiated instruction.
• Record and post lessons and update course materials as needed.
• Facilitate virtual classes and manage online discussion boards to encourage student participation.
• Provide academic support via email, video calls, or other digital channels and monitor student progress.
• Administer and develop assessments; provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Communicate with students, parents, and guardians about performance and goals; collaborate with staff to improve outcomes.
• Maintain safe online learning environment and adhere to privacy and safety policies.
• Participate in professional development to stay current with online education trends.
• Model responsible use of technology and AI tools and teach digital citizenship.

Skills

Online instruction delivery

Classroom management

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

ESL certification

Online instructor training

Tools

LMS proficiency

Online course platforms

Job description

JOB TITLE: Virtual High School Teacher

DUTY DAYS: 187 Days

PAY GRADE: T07/T08

SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule

Primary Purpose

Virtual High School Instructor/Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging instruction to high school students in an online environment, ensuring academic success, fostering a positive learning culture, and meeting curriculum and safety standards.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and grade level (grades 9-12 for high school courses)
• ESL Certification required for ELA/Reading or the ability to obtain within one year if not already held
• Training: Knowledge of virtual instruction delivery and assessment; completion of Pasadena ISD Virtual Teacher Training, Online Instructor certification or other approved online course development/management training.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of instructional pedagogy for online instruction
• Ability to instruct, supervise, and manage students in an online and virtual setting
• Proficiency in online learning management systems
• Strong organizational, communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle varied workloads
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instruction & Curriculum Development

• Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with established curriculum guidelines, using appropriate online teaching strategies
• Create and adapt curriculum to meet diverse student needs, including differentiated instruction
• Record and post lessons, and update course materials as needed

Student Support & Engagement

• Facilitate virtual classes, manage online discussion boards, and encourage student participation
• Provide academic support via email, video calls, or other digital communication channels
• Monitor student progress in virtual classrooms and other assigned areas
• Provide instructional tutoring as needed

Assessment & Feedback

• Administer and develop subject-specific assessments to measure competency and inform individual learning plans
• Grade assignments, tests, and quizzes; provide timely, constructive feedback

Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain regular communication with students, parents, and guardians about academic performance and goals
• Collaborate with instructional staff, administrators, and community resources to improve student outcomes
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice and various committees

Behavior & Safety

• Manage student behavior to maintain a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment
• Adhere to institutional policies, privacy laws, and online safety protocols

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development, meetings, and training to enhance teaching skills and stay current with online education trends

Digital Citizenship And Ethical Technology Use

• Model responsible use of technology and AI tools
• Teaches students digital safety, privacy, and source evaluation

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively; maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policies, procedures, and data; and coordinate instructional activities.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Flexible hours to accommodate students' schedules, position is located onsite in Pasadena ISD