High School Teacher

Edna Independent School District; Edna (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas school district seeks a dedicated High School Teacher for Grades 9-12. The ideal candidate will develop and administer educational curriculum while promoting a positive classroom environment. Responsibilities include maintaining records of student performance, organizing resources, and fostering communication with parents and students. A Bachelor's degree in education and relevant state certification are required, with a Master's degree preferred. This position not only encourages professional growth but also ensures an engaging learning experience for students.

Qualifications

• State Certification Teacher required.
• Experience in teaching is preferred.
• Knowledge of current educational methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop education curriculum aligned with school goals.
• Maintain records of student progress and behavior.
• Create a safe and conducive learning environment.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching methods

Effective communication

Ability to engage in self-evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Type: High School Teaching / High School Teacher

Date Posted: 2/27/2026

Location: Edna High School

Date Available: Future 26-27 School Year

High School Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the School Principal.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments. Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License: [State] State Certification Teacher.

Education: Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience: Successful prior teaching experiences a plus.

FLSA Status: Exempt