Middle School Science Teacher | College-Prep Focus

IDEA Public Schools; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Health Support

Dental and Vision Plans

403(b) Plan

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking teachers to empower students with the academic and social skills needed for college success. Starting salary is $58,500 with stipends for certifications and leadership roles, plus performance-based compensation.

Candidates must meet Texas teaching credentials and have K-12 classroom experience. We offer paid family leave, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, dental and vision plans, and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High level of content-area proficiency evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work-experience (strongly preferred)
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution (required)
• Experience: Experience in a K-12 classroom setting (strongly preferred)
• Licenses or Certifications: State certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• Learn, master, and deliver content and grade level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs
• Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis
• Utilize technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement
• Implement a clear behavior management system aligned to campus initiatives
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive learning environment
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families
• Host tutoring sessions to meet students’ needs
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins and school-wide meetings
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Occasional after-school tutoring or Saturday school as needed
• We value teamwork, accountability, urgency, adaptability and a strong commitment to college access for all

Skills

Content-area proficiency

Bachelor’s Degree

K-12 classroom experience

State certification

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is seeking teachers to empower students with the academic and social skills needed for college success. Starting salary is $58,500 with stipends for certifications and leadership roles, plus performance-based compensation.

Candidates must meet Texas teaching credentials and have K-12 classroom experience. We offer paid family leave, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, dental and vision plans, and a 403(b) retirement plan.