Junior High ELAR Teacher

Junior High ELAR Teacher (Grades 6th, 7th and 8th) Position Purpose

To develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar and syntax.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Texas State Certification as an English Education Teacher.
• ESL Certification preferred.

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

• Successful prior teaching experiences in English a plus.

• Begin August 3, 2026
• 181 days

• See BISD Compensation Plan
• $6000 Certification Stipend
• BISD pays $325.00 towards medical plan
• BISD pays Telehealth premium for employee
• BISD provides a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy