Middle School ELAR Teacher
About The Position
Prelude Prep is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in Pre-K through 8th grade in San Antonio. We are seeking a Middle School ELAR Teacher who is passionate about literacy, critical thinking, and helping students develop strong communication skills. Whether you are an experienced educator or someone with a strong background in reading, writing, communications, or a related field, we are looking for someone who believes students can achieve at high levels and is excited to help them get there. The ideal candidate values strong relationships, maintains high expectations, and understands the important role literacy plays in a student's future success.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- A passion for literacy, language, and communication
- Strong instructional skills and a commitment to student growth
- The ability to make challenging content accessible without lowering expectations
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A growth mindset and willingness to receive feedback
- Professionalism, reliability, and initiative
- The ability to maintain high expectations while building strong relationships
- A commitment to continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- Texas teaching certification in ELAR
- Previous classroom teaching experience
- Experience working with middle school students
- Background in English, literature, communications, journalism, writing, or a related field
- Experience tutoring, mentoring, coaching, leading youth programs, or working with children in another setting
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, standards-aligned ELAR instruction
- Use complex texts, meaningful discussions, and authentic writing tasks to develop literacy skills
- Create a structured classroom environment where students are challenged to think critically and communicate effectively
- Use student data to monitor progress and adjust instruction
- Build strong relationships with students and families
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve outcomes for students
- Participate actively in coaching, planning, and professional development
- Contribute positively to the culture and mission of the school
Benefits
- Weekly instructional coaching
- Daily planning time
- Paid summer professional development
- A dedicated half-day each week for collaboration and professional learning
- High-quality curriculum and instructional resources
- Leadership support when challenges arise
- Opportunities for growth and leadership
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Optional supplemental insurance benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Optional 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Weekly coaching and professional development
- Opportunities for leadership and career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
