Sixth Grade Science Teacher

0200 Great Hearts Texas Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Texas Retirement System

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Sixth Grade Science Teacher to deliver the Great Hearts curriculum with rigor and care. You will design engaging lessons, monitor student progress, and partner with families to support learning.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, US work authorization, and a commitment to the mission of classical liberal arts education. This is a salaried-exempt, on-site position with opportunities for professional development and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for lead teaching role.
• TxDPS background clearance is required.
• US Work Authorization is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students and monitor progress, partnering with leadership to address needs.
• Uphold policies and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering home-school partnerships.
• Participate in faculty collaboration, school events, and ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Science Teaching

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Classroom Management

Curriculum Alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Sixth Grade Science Teacher

Location

Great Hearts Western Hills (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251)

Reports To

Headmaster

FLSA Status

Salaried-Exempt

About Great Hearts Academies

We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

About Upper School Teachers

Great Hearts teachers guide students in a variety of subjects across grades 6-12, including Humanities, Math, Science, Fine Arts, Languages, and Physical Education. Teachers lead students through intelligence, charisma, humor, moral integrity and example—in short, through love and friendship. Ultimately, our teachers strive to cultivate the minds and hearts of students in the wonder-filled pursuit of truth, beauty and goodness.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Required/Preferred Education

• Bachelor's (or higher) degree is required for a lead teaching role
• Certification is not required for general education
• Candidates must pass a TxDPS background clearance.
• All majors are welcome to apply!
• US Work Authorization is required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
• Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education. We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas. Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally. At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence. We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community. Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators. At Great Hearts, your passion and expertise will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment. Learn how you can grow both in mind and heart as an employee of Great Hearts.

Learn how you can grow both in mind and heart as an employee of Great Hearts.

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