ELAR Teaching Apprentice — Mentored Residency & Growth

Connally Independent School District; Elm Mott (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally Independent School District in Elm Mott, Texas is offering a Teacher in Residence position designed to provide hands-on instructional experience. The role supports classroom instruction, co-teaching, and professional development under supervision of a certified educator, with university schedules coordinated by the Apprentice program.

The program emphasizes growth toward eventual classroom leadership, SBEC certification timelines, and ongoing collaboration with mentors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution is required.
• A bachelor's degree or enrollment in an approved educator preparation program is preferred
• Eligibility to pursue Texas teacher certification through an approved educator preparation program
• SBEC Certification is required within two years of acceptance of the CISD Teacher Apprentice program
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Experience working with students in instructional, tutoring, mentoring, or coaching settings preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, families, staff, and community partners
• Strong knowledge of foundational instructional practices and willingness to develop teaching skills through coaching and mentorship
• Bilingual skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities to guide learning toward curriculum goals.
• Assess student progress using formative, summative, and performance-based measures and provide progress reports.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities and structured coaching cycles.
• Observe experienced teachers to develop instructional skills.
• Serve as lead instructor during absences to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Collaborate with mentor teachers and school staff.
• Maintain records and follow district safety protocols and procedures.
• Work with instructional technology tools and student data systems.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Bilingual skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree or educator program enrollment

Texas teacher certification eligibility

SBEC Certification within 2 years

Job description

Connally Independent School District in Elm Mott, Texas is offering a Teacher in Residence position designed to provide hands-on instructional experience. The role supports classroom instruction, co-teaching, and professional development under supervision of a certified educator, with university schedules coordinated by the Apprentice program.

The program emphasizes growth toward eventual classroom leadership, SBEC certification timelines, and ongoing collaboration with mentors.