UT High School Teacher - Science

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Full time

Job requisition

Hiring Department:
College of Education

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:
Expected to Continue

The University of Texas at Austin’s High School (UTHS) Special Purpose District provides programs and services to help high school students, teachers and families across Texas and the world. UTHS strives to help and assist students as they move along their educational pathways. As a proud member of the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin, UTHS works to fill “gaps” in the Texas educational landscape and thrives in the service to others.

This position requires fingerprinting and successful completion of a background check.

The Secondary Online Teacher serves students in grades 9–12 by delivering high-quality virtual instruction in a core subject area. This role emphasizes effective teaching practices, proactive communication with students and families, ongoing progress monitoring, and collaboration through the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to promote student success. Teachers also support college and career readiness, including Advanced Placement (AP) coursework where applicable, and provide technical guidance and learning management system navigation to help students effectively engage with their online learning environment.

• Deliver engaging, TEKS-aligned instruction in assigned content area(s) using the district’s online learning platforms (e.g., Canvas, Skyward, Box).
• Demonstrate content expertise and, when applicable, familiarity with AP or dual credit standards to support college readiness.
• Maintain a positive and comprehensive virtual classroom environment that fosters student participation and academic growth.
• Provide timely, specific, and constructive feedback on student work.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, engagement, and progress toward academic goals.
• Develop and deliver live and asynchronous instruction using the learning management system and integrated virtual tools.
• Create a classroom culture that actively promotes participation, collaboration, and academic success in a virtual setting.
• Provide Canvas navigation support and general technical assistance to promote successful course access and completion.

• Communicate regularly with students and guardians regarding academic progress, course expectations, and support options.
• Identify students in need of additional academic or behavioral support using MTSS protocols.
• Collaborate with MTSS teams and administrators to develop and implement intervention strategies.
• Document communication and support efforts in accordance with program requirements.
  
  Maintain awareness of student needs and ensure appropriate instructional strategies are in place.
• Implement individualized accommodations and modifications for students receiving special services, including 504, SPED, ESL, and Gifted/Talented programs.
• Participate in ARD and 504 meetings, contributing to the development and implementation of support plans.

• Develop or facilitate study sessions, exam development, and academic interventions to address learning gaps.
• Provide tutoring services through synchronous and asynchronous formats as needed.
• Support student readiness for standardized assessments, including STAAR and AP exams.
• Proctor assessments in compliance with district and testing agency policies, reporting irregularities when applicable.
• Assist students with navigating exam procedures and accessing test preparation tools.

• Maintain active Texas teacher certification and…