Early Childhood Co-Teacher - Tier 1 Instruction & Small Groups

IDEA Public Schools; Texas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a dedicated Early Childhood Co-Teacher to support Tier 1 instruction for Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and targeted interventions under the lead teacher’s guidance. The role emphasizes small-group learning, social-emotional supports, and fostering a joyful, engaging classroom culture where every student can thrive.

This grant-funded position runs under Title IV Part A, with responsibilities tied to the grant scope and a 12-month payout for hourly earnings

Qualifications

• At least 48 college hours required or bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required
• 1+ year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teachers
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records
• Support Tier 1 core instruction under the direction of the lead teacher, ensuring all students can access grade-level learning
• Actively facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning
• Monitor student learning and needs during instruction and provide feedback and support
• Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom
• Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school wide meetings and functions
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school and personal learning and development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars

Skills

Early childhood development

Instructional practices

Small-group instruction

Behavior management

Engaging young learners

Communication skills

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 48 college hours

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a dedicated Early Childhood Co-Teacher to support Tier 1 instruction for Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and targeted interventions under the lead teacher’s guidance. The role emphasizes small-group learning, social-emotional supports, and fostering a joyful, engaging classroom culture where every student can thrive.

This grant-funded position runs under Title IV Part A, with responsibilities tied to the grant scope and a 12-month payout for hourly earnings