Middle School ELA Teacher; TIA Eligible - Prep White Oak Secondary

Job Description

Position: Teacher
Reports To: Principal
Position Type: 10-month
Start Date: 26-27 School Year
Compensation: Starting at $62,500 annually (Teacher Incentive Allotment eligible).
Course: TIA teachers can earn up to $102,800.

In a Teacher Incentive Allotment eligible district, teachers can earn additional stipends based on performance. A TIA‑designated teacher could earn the following:

• 1 year of experience: $91,800
• 5 years of experience: $96,800
• 10 years of experience: $99,800
• 15 years of experience: $102,800

At YES Prep, we work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best‑in‑class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high‑performing, team‑oriented culture.

• 21,650 Students
• 2,600 Team Members
• 16 Secondary Campuses
• 12 Elementary Campuses
• 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced‑Price Lunch
• 96% Hispanic & African‑American Students
• 99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4‑Year University
• 85% First‑Generation College Students
• Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report

We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city in the United States. There are over 20 public‑school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our growing population. We are a rapidly growing organization, committed to creating life‑changing opportunities for over 23,000 students by 2025.

• Develop rigorous lessons in your specific content area, in 1:1 blended learning environments, to reignite students for college and beyond while bridging gaps for marginalized communities.
• Set ambitious goals with your students and monitor progress while encouraging them through frequent, persistent feedback.
• Track student growth and use data and feedback from coaches to create student growth plans when needed.
• Build transformable relationships with students and families by providing regular, consistent communication with parents via phone, video conference, email, or district‑approved website.
• Create a physical or virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
• Collaborate with co‑planner to work through daily lesson plans and add resources when needed.
• Meet regular deadlines for daily lesson plans, submitting grades, and work samples.
• Work with a team of teachers and leaders to provide consistency, support, and accountability to all students.
• Work with content teams in Professional Development to norm on and improve student learning.
• Conduct weekly tutorials outside of regular class day to provide additional instruction and support.
• Complete supervision duties on campus that support student safety, including morning, lunch, dismissal, detention, and after school duty.
• Grow professionally by receiving and giving feedback consistently from DOI, School Leader, and Administration Team.
• Persist in the face of challenges, learn from mistakes, and set a strong example of character for students.
• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with campus leaders, collaborators, students, and/or parents.
• Provide personal care services as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
• Texas Educator Certification, or willing to join ACP to get certified.
• Strong ability to navigate web‑related applications and technology.
• Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms.
• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools.
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to work urgently in a…