Teacher - Supplemental Instruction Teacher

Waco ISD; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas educational institution is seeking a Supplemental Instruction Teacher for middle school to provide targeted instruction to close learning gaps. This role requires a bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate. Responsibilities include developing learning plans, assessments, and collaborating with educational teams. Candidates should demonstrate exceptional knowledge of curriculum, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse student needs. The position is contracted and offers a supportive teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements.
• At least three years of successful teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted instruction using explicit and systematic strategies.
• Develop student learning plans with SMART goals.
• Create assessments and maintain data-based monitoring of student performance.
• Collaborate with teachers and families for best practices.

Skills

Knowledge of academic needs

SMART goal setting

Competency in core academic subjects

Data-informed instruction

Scaffolding instruction

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Overview

Job: Supplemental Instruction Teacher (SIT) - Middle School. JobID: 3496. Position Type: Teaching - Middle School/ Supplemental Instruction Teacher (SIT) - Middle School. Date Posted: 3/26/2026. Location: Wiley Opportunity Center.

Job Details

Job Title: Supplemental Instruction Teacher
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Contracted
Reports To: Principal
Pay Grade/Days: Teacher / 187
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Date Revised: March 2026

Primary Purpose

Provide intensive, targeted instruction by providing explicit and systematic, research-based teaching strategies to close learning gaps for students performing multiple years below grade level. The teacher will identify foundational skills to target, determine researched-based interventions that meet the targeted weaknesses, and complete ongoing progress monitoring to measure student\'s growth.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned.

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of academic needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of the SMART goal setting process and implementation
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Exceptional knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Exceptional knowledge of using data to inform instructional learning plan
• Understanding of how to create aligned assessments to measure student progress toward mastery of goals
• Ability to scaffold instruction to meet the individual needs of students
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with teams collaboratively toward achieving a common goal

Experience:

At least three (3) years of successful teaching is preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with individual students and student groups to provide targeted instruction using explicit and systematic, research-based instruction and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Work with campus and district Instructional Specialists in developing and implementing effective instruction.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Develop student learning plans with SMART goals to identify foundational skills needed for success
• Create assessments to monitor student progress toward mastery of learning goals
• Maintains data-based documents of continuous monitoring of student\'s performance and progress
• Provides data to school teams (GLC and SAT) and participates in the decisions about student progress.
• Collaborates with teachers, administration, and families to help identify best practices for individual and small groups of students
• Create a work environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of each student.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for compensatory education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
• If required, maintain a daily "Time and Effort" log to reflect actual daily activities and time spent on each activity; each week submit signed/dated daily "Time and Effort" logs for the prior week to the principal for signature. Principal will forward the "Time and Effort" logs to the district\'s State and Programs Office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Postings current as of 3/29/2026 4:00:14 PM CST.