RTTC Teacher - IDEA Rio Vista College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•El Paso, TX

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 student-achievement goals, track student data to inform effective daily lesson plans, and seek feedback to continually develop their teaching practice. The role supports rigorous high-school coursework and opportunities for students to earn college credit through dual-enrollment, AP, or IB courses. The starting salary for a teacher with zero years of experience is $58,500. The role may qualify for stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership, ranging from $500 to $4,000 each, as well as additional performance-based compensation. Additional hourly compensation is provided for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school. Candidates selected for the position must submit official electronic service records from previous educational employers so professional experience and creditable years of service can be verified for compensation purposes. The role requires a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week. Teachers participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, school-wide meetings and functions, and summer and year-long learning and development. 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.
Ability to pass a grade-level-aligned IDEA content assessment.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject.
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.
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; preferred but not required.
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 and 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 student 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, consistent behavior-management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of 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 for their communities.
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.
Take on additional after-school tutoring or Saturday school responsibilities as required by scholar needs.

Benefits

Paid family leave: eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, 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, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered and the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
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.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Possible stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership, ranging from $500 to $4,000 each.
Additional performance-based compensation.