College-Ready Elective Teacher (K-5)

IDEA Public Schools; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health Counseling

Dental and Vision Plans

403(b) Plan

Relocation allowance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks an IDEA Academy teacher to deliver rigorous instruction, track student progress, and engage families. The role emphasizes data-driven planning, high expectations, and adherence to IDEA values throughout the school community.

The position requires state teaching certification and a bachelor’s degree, with preferred bilingual and ESL certifications. Compensation includes a starting salary plus stipends and performance-based rewards, with potential relocation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution (required).
• Teaching certification for K-12 classroom eligibility (strongly preferred).
• Reading Academies certification per TEA requirements or willingness to obtain TX training within timelines.
• Bilingual certification strongly preferred, ESL certification also considered (not required).

Responsibilities

• Implement state standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Track student progress with formal and informal assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Communicate student progress to students and families weekly.
• Maintain a consistent behavior management system aligned with campus initiatives.

Skills

Teaching certification

K-12 classroom experience

Bilingual certification preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Reading Academies Certification (TX)

ESL certification preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks an IDEA Academy teacher to deliver rigorous instruction, track student progress, and engage families. The role emphasizes data-driven planning, high expectations, and adherence to IDEA values throughout the school community.

The position requires state teaching certification and a bachelor’s degree, with preferred bilingual and ESL certifications. Compensation includes a starting salary plus stipends and performance-based rewards, with potential relocation