High School Science Teacher

RMA Texas Public Schools; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

RMA Texas Public Schools is seeking a dedicated High School Teacher to join our team in Texas. This role focuses on delivering engaging lessons and supporting students' growth toward becoming knowledgeable and responsible individuals.

The ideal candidate holds a valid teaching certificate and a bachelor’s degree, with experience serving at-risk students and working with diverse families. You will collaborate with staff, attend meetings, and help maintain a positive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification appropriate for the assignment and grade level.
• Experience or training with at-risk students preferred.
• Ability to work respectfully with parents, students, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons meeting students' individual needs.
• Create an engaging, orderly learning environment.
• Use positive behavior interventions to manage classrooms.
• Assess and document student progress and address learning challenges.
• Enforce school conduct policies and protect students and property.
• Attend staff meetings and participate on committees; collaborate with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Experience with at-risk students

Conflict resolution

Diversity and inclusion

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Valid teaching certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated High School Teacher to join our team at RMA. The ideal candidate will help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, knowledgeable, and responsible individuals. This role requires a passion for teaching, a commitment to student success, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse school community.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid teacher certification appropriate for the specific assignment and grade level as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience or formal training in working with “at‑risk” students is preferred.
• Proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with various constituencies including parents, students, and staff.
• Ability to effectively educate and manage students from diverse backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
• Experience in effectively handling conflict.

As a High School Teacher at RMA, you will implement the school's mission and educational standards while assisting in enforcing student conduct policies. You'll protect students and school property, maintain accurate records, and continually improve your professional skills. Attending staff meetings, serving on committees, and fostering cooperative relationships with students, colleagues, and parents are essential. You will work with other staff to create an effective educational environment.

In the classroom, you will plan and deliver lessons that meet students' individual needs, create an engaging and orderly learning environment, and use positive behavior interventions. You will assess and document student progress, address learning challenges with specialist support, and meet the needs of special program students. Additionally, you will oversee and evaluate the performance of educational assistants and volunteers.