Online Secondary Teacher - Spanish

Online Secondary Teacher
- Spanish

Amarillo ISD District Wide
- Amarillo, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

• Job : 5843323
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Open Until Filled. This position is NOT a remote position.

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Provide students with a personalized and rigorous online learning experience via a Learning Management System that fulfills their potential for academic and social growth. The online instructor will deliver state‑aligned curriculum through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous instruction, conducted from a set, professional workspace designed to minimize distractions and maximize instructional quality. The instructor is responsible for guiding students toward TEKS mastery while maintaining constant communication with families and utilizing data to drive student engagement and achievement.

• Minimum
  
  Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from accredited university;
  Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject/level assigned.
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Knowledge of assigned curriculum and instructional methods.
  • Lesson planning and presentation skills.
  • Ability to resolve technical issues.
  • Online classroom management skills.
  • Group interaction skills.
  • Initiative and self‑motivation.
  • Flexibility with students in the online setting.
  • Use Canvas to teach online.
  • Technology skills (word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, e‑mail, internet browser, video capture, and other software relevant to the online classroom).

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; equipment required to demonstrate and perform tasks related to assigned subject area.
• Posture: Frequent standing and walking; bending/stooping and reaching fully above head, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent typing, keyboarding.
• Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting over 50 lbs.; may lift and move AV equipment, classroom equipment.
• Environment: Constant exposure to computer screen; occasional district wide and statewide travel.
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; respond to needs in a timely manner in a high stress environment; work prolonged or irregular hours—must be able to dedicate after school hours, including weekends, to the online class.
• Regular attendance is an essential function.
• Minimum Experience: University/college required student teaching or approved internship; experience in online learning and/or instruction preferred.

• Develop and implement lesson plans for virtual learning that fulfill district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
• Implement and maintain the integrity of the online course as written.
• Assess student learning styles and interests and adjust the course to accommodate individual student needs.
• Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to IEP guidelines.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and emerging digital trends to make content engaging and accessible.
• Maintain a flexible schedule available during non‑school hours, including evenings and weekends, to respond to student inquiries and facilitate live sessions.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning; establish netiquette rules.
• Maintain a professional workspace designated for virtual instruction; ensure background noise is minimized.
• Maintain all reports, records, and other required documents.

• Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement via formative and summative assessments.
• Track progress and provide progress reports as required.
• Present a positive role model supporting the mission of AISD.

• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in…