Algebra II Pre-AP Teacher - IDEA Monterrey Park College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•San Antonio, 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 student-achievement goals, track student data to inform lesson planning, and seek feedback to continually improve their teaching. The role supports rigorous high-school coursework and opportunities for students to earn college credit through dual enrollment, AP, or IB courses. The teacher implements state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments; teaches Algebra II Pre-AP content; monitors student progress; communicates regularly with students and families; and contributes to a consistent, productive classroom and school culture. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on student needs and assignment. The starting salary for a teacher with zero years of experience is $59,500. The position may qualify for certification, credential, and campus-leadership stipends of $500–$4,000 each, as well as performance-based compensation and additional hourly compensation for assigned tutoring or Saturday school. IDEA offers a benefits plan and may provide a relocation allowance for this role, if applicable.

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.
Aligned or relevant coursework indicating experience or exposure to subject-matter content.
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, for verification of creditable service and applicable compensation.

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.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Learn, master, and deliver assigned 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 to 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 classroom community.
Help shape a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful working relationships with students and families.
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, year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week.
Perform additional duties such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned based on scholars’ needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions within a 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.
Potential relocation allowance, if applicable.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Performance-based compensation and potential stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.