THRIVE Teaching Fellow - School Year 2026-2027; Anticipated

Job Description

Job Description

THRIVE Teaching Fellow - THRIVE Program

Building Principal

Paraprofessional

Non-Exempt

188

See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional Pay Plan, Pay Grade 209

None;
One-Year Position for the School Year

4/4/2025

The Spring Branch THRIVE Program allows individuals to engage in the world of teaching in partnership with Spring Branch ISD while working toward teacher certification completion. The THRIVE Teaching Fellow position is a one-year position for individuals in the THRIVE Program who have completed their bachelor's degrees and are in the process of completing teacher certification requirements. THRIVE Teaching Fellows will assist in classroom instruction while pursuing teaching certification.

Upon successful completion of the THRIVE Teaching Fellow year and teacher certification, THRIVE Teaching Fellows will be provided the opportunity to be a classroom teacher in SBISD. Classroom experiences will likely be on Title 1 Campuses. THRIVE Teaching Fellows will be responsible for implementing instruction in the assigned subject area(s) in a manner that fosters attainment of each student's maximum potential.

Upon completion of the SBISD THRIVE Program, THRIVE Teaching Fellows must commit to continued employment in SBISD for a minimum of 3 years.

• Must be accepted into the SBISD THRIVE Program.
• Bachelor's degree or minimum of 90 college hours from an accredited institution required with a minimum 2.5 cumulative undergraduate GPA.
• Willing to complete teacher certification requirements as part of the THRIVE Program.
• 15-24 hours in the subject area for high school in the areas of preference which are English/Language Arts, Math or Science or requirement identified in specific job posting.
• 3-6 hours in the subject area for middle school in the areas of preference which are English/Language Arts, Math or Science or requirement identified in specific job posting.

• English proficiency is required.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the effective use of technology.
• Ability to work and communicate with children and adults.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a co-teaching model.
• Professional demeanor and strong judgment and decision-making.

• Previous experience working with students is required.

• THRIVE Teaching Fellows are paired with master teachers, gradually taking on more instructional responsibilities over the course of the year. Possible responsibilities on the campus during the THRIVE Teaching Fellow's year may include:
• Work as instructional support.
• Co‑teach lessons.
• Assist with small‑group interventions.
• Help manage the classroom, overseeing transitions and behavioral issues.
• Provide post‑assessment intervention.

• Teach one class or a component of a class as directed by the master teacher.
• Teach one group or team of students in English Language Arts, Math and Science.
• Lead small‑group instruction in core content area.

• Provide supplemental small‑group intervention. Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures. Adhere to the district's philosophy of instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation.
• Assist and prepare lesson plan development with master…