Assistant Baseball Coach/Social Studies Teacher - Walnut Grove HS (2026-2027)

WALNUT GROVE HS; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Walnut Grove High School in Prosper, Texas seeks an Assistant Baseball Coach/Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role combines instructional duties with coaching responsibilities, requiring a valid Texas teaching certificate and commitment to student growth.

The position emphasizes classroom management, curriculum delivery, and collaboration with staff. It also covers sponsorship of extracurricular activities and adherence to district policies and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect district curriculum and provide evidence of preparation.
• Plan and deliver instruction using strategies and materials aligned to TEA guidelines and district policies.
• Assess student learning styles and adjust activities accordingly.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula for students with IEPs.
• Work with colleagues to set instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and supervise instructional aides and volunteers as appropriate.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement and use results to guide instruction.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model and support the school’s mission.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and manage student behavior.
• Follow safety protocols and protect students, equipment, and facilities.

Skills

Core subject knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Assistant Baseball Coach/Social Studies Teacher - Walnut Grove HS (2026-2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5944675

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 17, 2026

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

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Instructional Strategies: 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 in individual student differences.
2. Instructional Strategies: 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. Instructional Strategies: Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
4. Instructional Strategies: 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. Instructional Strategies: Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
6. Instructional Strategies: Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion (if applicable to position).
7. Student Growth and Development: Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
8. Student Growth and Development: Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
9. Student Growth and Development: Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
10. Classroom Management and Organization: Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
11. Classroom Management and Organization: Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
12. Classroom Management and Organization: Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
13. Classroom Management and Organization: Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
14. Classroom Management and Organization: Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
15. Communication: Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
16. Professional Growth and Development: Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
17. Professional Growth and Development: Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
18. Professional Growth and Development: Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
19. Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

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: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required