Middle School English Dept Head Teacher

MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH DEPT HEAD TEACHER 2026 - 2027

Ector County Independent School District VASQUEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL - Odessa, Texas

Job : 5533226
Final date to receive applications: Feb 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Feb 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Title: Classroom Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Building Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Pay Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus Days: 187

Provide students with appropriate in-person instruction designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required endorsements for subject/level assigned

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Student teaching or approved internship, preferred

Curriculum Development and Instruction

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in learning styles in students.
• Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, administrative regulations, and district guidelines.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to provide accommodations and/or modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) as assigned.
• Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

Classroom Management and Extracurricular Activities

• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
• Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication and Professional Development

• Establish and maintain open lines of professional communication by conducting conferences with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Compliance and Documentation

• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school policies, and regulations.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Fulfill the terms of employment as defined in your employment contract or employment agreement.
• Follow all State, District, and Campus policies, regulations, and procedures outlined in District policy, ECISD Employee Handbook, Campus Handbook, and/or departmental handbook/guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s)
• Serve as mentor to student teachers

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting, and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside from school, home, or location other than school building, may work outside; regular…