Inspiring 4th Grade Teacher - Growth & Impact

HUGHES ES; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughes Elementary School in McKinney, TX, part of Prosper ISD, seeks a 4th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate starting date with 185-day salary schedule. Responsible for delivering rigorous lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with staff to support student growth.

You will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction, maintain positive classroom management, and communicate with families while participating in district-wide initiatives and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements.
• Experience through student teaching, approved internship, or related work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum.
• Use varied instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula as needed.
• Set goals with staff and communicate progress to families.
• Plan and supervise instructional aides and volunteers.
• Assess learning progress regularly and maintain records.
• Lead extracurricular activities as assigned by the campus principal.
• Model professional behavior and support the school mission.
• Create a positive, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Manage behavior according to Student Code of Conduct.
• Safeguard students, equipment, and facilities.
• Contribute to selecting instructional materials and resources.
• Maintain required reports and documentation.
• Establish professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Adhere to state and district regulations and policies.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Hughes Elementary School in McKinney, TX, part of Prosper ISD, seeks a 4th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate starting date with 185-day salary schedule. Responsible for delivering rigorous lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with staff to support student growth.

You will create engaging, standards-aligned instruction, maintain positive classroom management, and communicate with families while participating in district-wide initiatives and professional development.