7th grade Science/Social Studies Teacher - IDEA Alamo College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Alamo, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA College Prep Teachers are responsible for ensuring that 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 to inform effective lesson plans, seek feedback, and continue developing their teaching practice. They deliver rigorous instruction and support opportunities for students to earn college credit through dual enrollment, AP, or IB courses. The teacher will implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments; teach seventh-grade science and social studies content; assess and monitor student learning; communicate with students and families; and contribute to a productive classroom and school culture. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on student needs. The starting salary for teachers with zero years of experience is $57,500. The role may qualify for stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership, additional performance-based compensation, and extra hourly pay for assigned tutoring or Saturday school. Candidates selected for the position must submit official electronic service records from previous educational employers to verify creditable service and determine applicable compensation. IDEA Public Schools is a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K–12 public charter schools. The organization reports serving more than 80,000 students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, and Ohio.

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 variety of situations in the school environment.
Submit official electronic service records from previous educational employers if selected.

Nice To Haves

High level of content-area proficiency demonstrated through teaching certification, field of study, or work experience.
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting.
State certification; preferred but not required.
Aligned or relevant coursework indicating experience or exposure to subject-matter content.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet academic expectations.
Learn and deliver the 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 student progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate students’ progress to students and families weekly.
Use technology effectively as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and classroom 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.
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.
Spend a minimum of 40 hours per week at school.
Perform additional responsibilities such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on scholar needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan, with the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan covered and the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
Eligible staff may receive up to eight weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, depending on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition costs, up to $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 and unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Possible relocation allowance, if applicable.