Elementary Teacher (Pooled Position for 26-27 school year)

Burnet CISD; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnet CISD is seeking an Elementary Teacher for a pooled position for the 2026/2027 school year. The teacher will provide students with engaging activities to promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth within the core subjects.

The role requires developing lessons, assessing student progress, collaborating with staff, and supporting district policies. The posting targets the 2026/2027 school year and emphasizes a positive, student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of core academic subject
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Ability to work well and in a positive manner with staff, students, and public
• Ability to use computer software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and show evidence of preparation
• Plan and use instructional strategies and materials that address diverse learning styles
• Assess student learning and adjust instruction based on results
• Collaborate with special education staff, nurses, counselors, and administration for IEP/504 plans
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals and methods
• Plan and supervise work of instructional partner(s) and volunteers
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement and report data insights
• Support extracurricular activities as assigned and model positive behavior in line with district mission
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and student growth
• Manage student behavior per policy and safeguard students and materials
• Assist in selecting instructional materials and resources
• Maintain required records and communicate with parents and community
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in staff development and committees

Skills

Subject knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Staff collaboration

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training

Job description

Elementary Teacher (Pooled Position for 26-27 school year) JobID: 1619

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted:
  10/29/2026

This posting is for the 2026/2027 school year.

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

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Ability to work well and in a positive manner with staff, students, and public
• Ability to use computer software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned; prior experience working with students preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• 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.
• 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.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers, nurses, counselor, and administrator to modify curricula as needed for special population students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP), or 504 plan.
• Work with other members of staff as appropriate to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional partner(s) and/or volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. Interpret data to make academic adjustments for individual students.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Perform assigned duties on campus as assigned by administration (recess, dismissal, etc.).
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, staff development and serve on staff committees as required.
• The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; 512-756-2124.

Postings current as of 11/1/2026 1:53:53 PM CST.

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