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Academic Teacher / Literacy 2,3

Windham School District Gatesville
- Woodman Unit
- Gatesville, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , and Windham School District

Job Details

Job : 5122528
Final date to receive applications: Oct 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Academic Teacher

Retirees of the Texas Teachers Retirement System (TRS) may apply. Consistent with district policy SD-7.17 “Employment of Retirees,” selected applicants are responsible for reimbursing the district, through payroll deduction, for the current rate of all TRS pension or TRS Care surcharges. As of September 1, 2025, the TRS pension surcharge rate is 16.5% and the TRS Care surcharge is $535/month.

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

*** Work Hours 10:45am to 7:15pm***

Pay Group: T0-21 (Based on Experience) Salary Plan

Primary

Purpose:

Provide quality education to incarcerated students and supervise classroom activities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/

Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Must meet State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) requirements for area of assignment.

Elementary or Secondary level certification ina foundation subject area.

This position requires personal technology that will enable the completion of job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Skill in organizing and maintaining accurate records.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan and direct learning activities of adult incarcerated students.

2.Follow the Windham School District (WSD) curriculum guide(s) for area of assignment.

3. Participate in district staff development programs as required.

4. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.

5.Participate in all evaluations and self-studies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and contracting agency.

6.Serve on curriculum, textbooks and other committees as assigned.

7.Maintain lesson plans in accordance with the criteria established by WSD policy.

8.Maintain accurate attendance records in the manner prescribed by WSD.

9.Submit reports as required by program needs and administrative requests.

10.Give clear oral and written instructions to students.

11.Manage student behavior in the classroom that is firm, fair, and consistent in applying classroom rules.

12.Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of the students.

13.Prepare and use various methods to teach basic concepts for subject level.

14.Plan activities for individual student needs and engage and maintain the interest of students in instructional activity.

15.Administer diagnostic placement tests, achievement tests, curriculum tests and other tests as required by the principal.

16.Arrange seating, materials, and displays in such a manner as to harmonize with instructional aims and procedures.

17.Keep informed of and comply with all policies and procedures pertinent to the use of instructional materials, equipment, and textbooks.

18.Follow all unit procedures in checking out materials, supplies, and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and/or student abuse of materials, supplies, or equipment.

19.Apply knowledge, training, and appropriate media in a systems approach to instruction as outlined in curriculum guides.

20.Keep informed of and comply with policies of the WSD and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

21.Maintain Student Progress Records…

Academic Teacher​/Literacy

Academic Teacher/Literacy