Resident Teacher

Resident Teacher

The Resident Teacher serves as an early-career educator who supports classroom instruction while developing the knowledge, habits, and instructional skills required to become an effective teacher in Beaumont ISD. Resident Teachers help strengthen instructional continuity, support daily classroom execution, and build a sustainable internal pipeline of future teachers. Resident Teachers work alongside effective teachers and campus leaders to learn the BISD instructional model through real classroom practice.

This includes supporting direct instruction, participating in PLCs and Demo Day, assisting with lesson readiness, reinforcing routines, helping monitor student learning, and stepping into instructional support roles when needed. Because BISD is building a coherent instructional system, Resident Teachers are expected to learn not only what to do, but why the work is structured the way it is—so that instruction remains aligned, consistent, and focused on student mastery.

The role is intentionally developmental. Resident Teachers are expected to grow through coaching, modeling, observation, and hands-on practice in the classroom. They contribute to a high-performance culture by showing professionalism, preparation, openness to feedback, and commitment to strong instruction every day. Over time, the role prepares Resident Teachers to become full classroom teachers who can lead instruction with confidence, precision, and alignment to district expectations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

The ideal Candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required or enrollment in an approved educator preparation program
• Eligibility to pursue Texas teacher certification through an approved educator preparation program
• Strong interest in becoming an effective classroom teacher and commitment to developing teaching skills through coaching and mentorship
• Strong knowledge of foundational instructional practices and willingness to learn the BISD instructional model with fidelity
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, families, staff, and community partners
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Ability to use instructional technology tools and student data systems to support classroom learning
• Commitment to professional growth, student success, and equitable access to learning opportunities
• Bilingual skills preferred

Key responsibilities include:

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom activities, transitions, and instructional routines.
• Support small-group instruction, Second Teach, targeted reteach, and differentiated learning opportunities under the direction of the classroom teacher and campus leadership.
• Monitor student work, engagement, and understanding and provide timely support within assigned responsibilities.
• Help maintain instructional momentum so classrooms remain focused, orderly, and purpose-driven.

Professional Learning and Development

• Participate fully in coaching, PLCs, Demo Day, lesson rehearsal, and professional learning opportunities.
• Observe effective teachers and instructional leaders to develop stronger understanding of lesson execution, engagement strategies, and classroom culture.
• Study and apply the BISD instructional model, including curriculum use, DOLs, student engagement expectations, and routines for strong instructional delivery.
• Use feedback from teachers, coaches, and administrators to improve practice quickly and consistently.

Classroom and Campus Support

• Assist with classroom organization, supervision, materials management, and daily preparation that protects teacher focus on instruction.
• Support instructional continuity when classroom needs shift, including stepping into more direct support roles as appropriate.
• Participate in team meetings, campus duties, and school events as a full contributing member of the instructional team.

Collaboration and Talent Pipeline Development

• Work collaboratively with mentor teachers, Instructional Coaches, Learning Coaches, and campus leaders.
• Contribute to a campus culture of professionalism, reliability, feedback, and growth.
• Develop readiness for full teacher certification and future classroom leadership within BISD.

Core Skill Set:
Instructional Readiness:
Ability to support lessons, routines, and transitions in ways that protect instructional quality and classroom focus. Learning Agility:
Willingness and ability to learn quickly from observation, feedback, and repeated…