6th/7th Grade Science Teacher - IDEA Horizon Vista College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Horizon City, TX

About The Position

IDEA College Prep Teachers help students master the academic and social skills needed to succeed in college while embodying IDEA’s values. Teachers set ambitious achievement goals, track student data, plan effective lessons, seek feedback, and continue developing their teaching practice. They deliver rigorous material and help provide opportunities for students to earn college credit through dual-enrollment, AP, or IB courses. This teacher implements state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments, teaches science content and grade-level objectives, monitors student progress, communicates with families, and supports student behavior and character development. The role includes tutoring as needed, collaborating with colleagues and families, participating in meetings and professional learning, and fulfilling school duties. Staff are expected to spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on student needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and ability to pass a grade-level-aligned IDEA content assessment.
Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment.
Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week.

Nice To Haves

High level of content-area proficiency, evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work experience.
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting.
State certification.
Aligned or relevant coursework indicating experience or exposure to subject-matter content.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Learn, master, and deliver content, grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly.
Use technology effectively as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior-management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help shape a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative, trust-based working relationships with students and families, respecting the communities in which they identify.
Host necessary tutoring sessions 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.
Perform additional duties that may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on scholars’ needs.

Benefits

Starting teacher salary of $58,500 for 0 years of experience; the role may also qualify for stipends and performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Comprehensive medical benefits, with the employer covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing most costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
Paid family leave of up to 8 weeks for eligible staff, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, 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, if applicable.