Science Teacher

Rippling, Inc.; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive Insurance

Flexible Paid Time Off

Wellness programs

Employee referrals

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Acceleration Academies in Odessa, TX is seeking a ScienceContent Coach to guide Graduation Candidates through competency-based content and personalized learning. Hybrid work arrangement with onsite at Odessa campus and remote options, candidate must live within commutable distance.

You will support enrollment, develop learning plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with the GC team. The role requires a TX 7-12 science certification, a bachelor's degree, and at least two years of teaching

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Texas 7-12 certification in Science/Life Science or Physical Science (REQUIRED).
• 2+ years of teaching experience (high school preferred).
• Strong communication, time management, instructional planning, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support new GC enrollment through recruitment and engagement efforts.
• Assist with the development of Personalized Learning Plans for GCs.
• Serve as an advisor, maintaining communication with learners and their support team.
• Monitor attendance, progress, and wellness to ensure engagement and achievement.
• Plan and deliver content-area instruction in both individual and small group settings.
• Monitor academic progress toward course completion and mastery using assessments.
• Provide remediation and enrichment to address learning gaps and accelerate success.
• Participate in professional development, data meetings, and school/community events.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Instructional planning

Collaboration

Student engagement

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Texas 7-12 Certification

Job description

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices, we empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition-free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

The Role

As a ScienceContent Coach, you will serve as the primary instructional resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), delivering competency-based content, supporting personalized learning, and guiding students toward graduation and post-secondary success. You’ll work with a collaborative team to provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support that empowers each learner’s journey.

Work Arrangement: This position can be hybrid, with a combination of onsite work at the Ector County Acceleration Academy in Odessa, TX and remote work. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the Odessa campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Support new GC enrollment through recruitment and engagement efforts
• Assist with the development of Personalized Learning Plans for GCs

Retention

• Serve as an advisor for assigned GCs by maintaining communication with learners and their support team
• Monitor attendance, academic progress, and overall wellness to ensure consistent engagement and achievement
• Plan and deliver content-area instruction in both individual and small group settings
• Monitor GC academic progress toward course completion and mastery using formative and summative assessments
• Analyze and use academic data to inform instruction and improve outcomes
• Provide remediation and enrichment opportunities to address learning gaps and accelerate success
• Participate in professional development, data meetings, and school/community events

Advocacy

• Collaborate with the GC support team to develop personalized learning pathways, transition strategies, and incentive plans
• Represent the academy in community events and contribute to academy-wide initiatives
• Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the academy’s mission

What We’re Looking For

Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master's preferred

Licensure: Texas7-12 secondary certification in Science/Life Science or Physical Science (REQUIRED)

Experience: 2+ years of teaching experience (high school preferred)

Skills: Strong communication, time management, instructional planning, and collaboration skills

Passion: A deep commitment to helping at‑risk youth succeed academically and personally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and alternative educational models
• Experience with competency-based learning, instructional coaching, or project-based education
• Strong comfort with educational technology tools and platforms

Why Join Us?

Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

We Value Our Team’s Well-being

• Competitive Compensation: starts at $70,000
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.
• Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.
• Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.
• Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.
• Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.

Physical & Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involveexposure to outdoor weather during events
• Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage

Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies

Agencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these responsibilities. Essential duties typically include:

• Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours
• On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)
• Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations
• Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace

If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.