ELAR Teacher 3rd - 8th Grade (26/27 POOL)

International Leadership of Texas; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas is seeking certified teachers in Texas to provide high-quality instruction in the core academic subject areas. This role emphasizes strong classroom management, collaborative planning, and alignment with district curriculum to foster student growth.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for the subject and grade level, demonstrates subject competency, and possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skills to engage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and a valid Texas teaching certificate for the subject and level assigned.
• Endorsements or training for the subject and level.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect district curriculum and show written preparation.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies and materials aligned with TEA policies.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the school mission.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities approved by the campus principal.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and manage student behavior.

Skills

Core subject knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Instruct students

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

Endorsements or subject/level training

Job description

Compensation package for certified teachers starting at $61,000*

Compensation package for non-certified teachers starting at $58,000*

*The starting compensation package shown includes a $2,000 STAAR Tested Grade-Level hiring incentive.

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).