Social Studies Teacher, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

WUNSCHE HS; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

WUNSCHE HS in Spring, Texas is seeking a Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This high school position requires implementing the district's instructional program and fostering student achievement within a collaborative campus community.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements for the subject and level assigned, with preference for at least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Teaches in accordance with staff expectations and district standards.
• Designs effective lesson plans with immediate and long-range goals.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress.
• Maintains a positive classroom environment and manages behavior.
• Collaborates with team on curriculum integration and student supports.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Student learning support

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Social Studies Teacher, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5952127

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per year: 187

Min Salary: $62,750

JOB TITLE: Teacher – High School

REPORTS TO:Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary Scale

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The High School Teacher is responsible for implementing the District instructional program and educational philosophy in the subject area or grade level designated in accordance with District goals, policies and procedures.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Preferred:

• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze student performance data
• Knowledge of lesson design qualities
• Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities
• Willingness to work in small learning communities

MAJOR REPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Teaches in accordance with staff

• Displays effective teaching practices in an effort to ensure authentic student engagement and
  • Designs effective lesson plans with immediate and long-range goals.
  • Designs lesson that demonstrate real world relevance and
  • Uses time
  • Chooses appropriate materials and
  • Presents subject matter clearly and
  • Coordinates and plans with team
  • Monitors student performance using formative and summative
  • Analyzes student performance data and develops a plain for student
  • Implements the RTO process when appropriate.
  • Participates in professional learning
  • Utilizes technology to support, and enhance
  • Work on inter-disciplinary teams to focus on curriculum integration, relevance and student

• Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to
  • Organizes procedures for effective classroom
  • Organizes the assigned teaching area in an efficient, appealing, and safe
  • Provides flexibility for individual and group
  • Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their
  • Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with
  • Works individually with students in a tutorial

• Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student
  • Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off
  • Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational
  • Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill
  • Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and
  • Cooperates with and supports the co-curricular activities provided for
  • Participates in the co-curricular activities appropriate to the subject area or area of interest.
  • Works with appropriate administrators and maintenance staff to ensure student safety in the classroom, hallways, laboratories and other school

• Initiates communications with
  • Inform parents of students’
  • Keeps parents informed of any behavior or attendance

• Cooperates with appropriate record keeping

• Administers an appropriate record keeping
  • Maintains accurate and up to date records for student performance in on-line gradebook.
  • Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
  • Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials and funds provided by the District.
  • Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals.
  • Meets required record keeping format and timelines

• Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and
  • Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work
  • Works with team leaders, department chair and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of
  • Exemplifies professionalism and supports the District vision and campus
  • Promotes understanding of District programs and policies and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching
  • Remains current in education, technology and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.
  • Adheres to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and supports the District philosophy.
  • Complies with all State, District and campus policies and
  • Responsible for knowing and completing campus improvement activities as outlined in the campus improvement

• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the principal

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and state wide. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• - Spring ISD Careers
• 16717 Ella Blvd
• Houston, Texas 77090-4213
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]