1st Grade ELA Co-Teacher - IDEA Horizon Vista Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools • Horizon City, TX

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About The Position

IDEA Early Childhood Co-Teachers support Tier 1 instruction in grades Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and provide targeted intervention under the direction of the lead teacher. The Co-Teacher facilitates small-group learning, provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, and helps create a joyful and engaging learning environment. Working closely with lead teachers, the Co-Teacher supports students in achieving mastery and developing a love of learning.

This is a grant-funded position supported by Title I Part A. Continued employment is not guaranteed indefinitely, and the employee works solely on activities allowable under the grant. The role requires at least 40 hours at school per week and includes participation in meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school functions. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on student needs.

Requirements

• At least 48 college hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
• At least one year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting.
• Basic knowledge of early childhood development and instructional practices.
• Ability to support whole-group, small-group, and individual learning with young learners.
• Ability to adapt to diverse learner needs.
• Ability to provide clear directions, engage students, and respond to student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
• Commitment to the organization’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
• Ability to pursue outcomes and accept accountability, take action, work with urgency, and learn from mistakes.
• Comfort working in a high-growth environment with ambiguity and change.
• Ability to seek and respond well to feedback and build cross-departmental relationships.
• Commitment to professionalism and serving as a positive model for colleagues and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in students’ educational development under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support Tier 1 core instruction so all students can access grade-level learning.
• Facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning.
• Monitor student learning and needs during instruction and provide feedback and support.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
• Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Complete any additional after-school tutoring or Saturday school duties required by student needs.
• Work at school for a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation ranging from $16.33 to $23.58, based on experience; earnings are paid over 12 months.
• Comprehensive benefits plan covering most of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing most costs for a spouse or domestic partner and children.
• Eligible staff may receive up to eight weeks of paid family leave for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephone counseling, and other work-life services.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development.
• 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level