Hs Social Studies And Theater Teacher

HS Social Studies & Theater Teacher – Georgetown, Texas

GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL – Georgetown, Texas

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

• Position: High School Science
• Reports to: Principal
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Salary Range: $57,000 – $70,222 per year
• Work Days: 187
• Schedule: 7:45PM - 4:15 PM
• Location: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TX
• ** TIA Designated Teachers encouraged to apply**

Provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help students develop competencies and skills to be successful in post-secondary education.

• Work collaboratively with campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
• Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Provide instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the student’s IEP.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Report and communicate student progress to parents.
• Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by the principal.
• Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Participate in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records, and other documents, as required.
• Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
• Promote and contribute to campus-wide initiatives including AVID.
• Protect confidentiality of students and their families.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of:
  • Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing students in the subject and grade level assigned.
  • Strong knowledge of developing curriculum and integrating technology into daily instruction.
• Ability to:
  • Design, develop, and implement subject area curriculum based on best practices.
  • Provide effective and innovative learning experiences for students at a college‑preparatory level.
  • Provide an attractive, inviting, and stimulating learning environment and develop positive relationships with students.
• Experience:
  • Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with required endorsements; HS Social Studies 7‑12 & Theater EC‑12 including ESL.

• Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, indoor and outdoor activities and some lifting.
• Must have and maintain a general physical/emotional health that permits effective performance of duties.
• Regularly lifts and carries 1–25 pounds.
• Required high level of mental alertness and ability to tolerate high levels of stress.

• Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution toward employees’ premiums.
• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Telehealth.
• Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance.
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability.
• 403b and 457b Investment Plans.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance.
• Legal Services.