HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER 2025-2026 SY - GEORGETOWN TX

Orenda Charter School District (TX) • Georgetown, TX

347d • $54,500 - $62,222

About The Position

The position is for High School Teachers for the 2025-2026 school year at Gateway College Preparatory School in Georgetown, Texas. The teacher will provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help them develop competencies and skills necessary for success in secondary education. The role requires collaboration with other staff members to determine instructional goals, the use of various teaching strategies, ongoing assessment of student achievement, and effective communication with students and parents.

Requirements

• Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.
• Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing students in the subject and grade level assigned.
• Strong knowledge of developing curriculum and integrating technology into daily instruction.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement subject area curriculum based on best practices.
• Ability to provide effective and innovative learning experiences for students at a college preparatory level.
• Ability to create an attractive, inviting, and stimulating learning environment and develop positive relationships with students.
• Physical ability to perform duties involving walking, sitting, standing, indoor and outdoor activities, and some lifting.
• Must maintain a level of general physical/emotional health which permits effective performance of duties.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry 1 - 25 pounds.
• High level of mental alertness and ability to tolerate high levels of stress.
• Must be tied to a coaching position.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
• Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Prepare and provide instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the student's IEP.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Report and communicate student progress to parents.
• Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal.
• Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Participate in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required.
• Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
• Promote and contribute to campus-wide initiatives including AVID.
• Protect confidentiality of students and their families.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums.
• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Telehealth.
• Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability.
• 403b and 457b Investment Plans.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance.
• Legal Services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree