ELAR Teacher

International Leadership of Texas; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas is seeking certified and non-certified teachers to join its campuses in Texas. The role focuses on delivering core subjects, meeting state requirements, and supporting student growth within the district’s curriculum and policies.

Compensation starts at $59,000 for certified teachers and $56,000 for non-certified teachers, with an STAAR stipend of $2,000 and a $4,000 late hire bonus. One-year student teaching or internship preferred; Texas certificate required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• One-year student teaching or approved internship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to district curriculum.
• Plan and use instructional strategies and materials suitable for diverse learning styles.
• Assess student learning and plan activities based on results.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Lead instructional aides and volunteers as assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement.
• Support extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Be a positive role model and uphold the mission of the school district.

Skills

Core subject knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Behavior management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Compensation package for certified teachers starting at $59,000*

Compensation package for non-certified teachers starting at $56,000*

*All compensation packages include a $2,000 STAAR Tested Stipend and a $4,000 Late Hire Bonus.

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 or training for subject and level assigned-preferred

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:

One-year student teaching or approved internship preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• 1. 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. 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. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• 4. 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. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• 6. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• 7. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• 8. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• 9. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• 10. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• 11. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• 12. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• 13. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• 14. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• 15. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• 16. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• 17. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• 18. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Additional Duties:

• 19. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).