Academy Teacher- English

Position Type

High School/Senior High Teaching/English

5/12/2026

Pay Grade: 820 (Min $340.54 per day)

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Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

• Pre‑K and elementary teaching positions, including Special Education (excludes art, music, physical education)
• Middle school English/Language Arts teaching positions, grades 6‑8, including Special Education
• High school English/Language Arts teaching positions, grades 9‑12, including Special Education

• All teachers at an Early Childhood campus

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

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation when required
• Prepare lessons reflecting accommodations for individual student differences
• Present the subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations
• Use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and technology that accommodate individual student needs
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to inform instruction
• Collaborate with special‑education teachers to adapt curricula for special‑education students per Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Work with staff to establish instructional goals, objectives, and methods based on district requirements
• Cooperate with staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills
• Compile, maintain, and submit all required reports, records, and documents
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides or volunteers
• Integrate technology into the teaching/learning process

• Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor approved outside activities
• Serve as a positive role model; support the district mission

• Maintain a conducive classroom environment addressing physical, social, and emotional student development
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline per board policies, administrative regulations, and IEP guidelines
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in selecting appropriate instructional materials

• Maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, principals, and colleagues
• Maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders and present information accurately and clearly
• Keep the principal informed of classroom conditions, student needs, and new instructional techniques

• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and work sessions as directed by the principal
• Follow Plano ISD rules, regulations, and policies; comply with supervisory directives
• Adhere to the attendance policy as established by the supervisor
• Perform additional functions assigned by Administration or supervisor
• Demonstrate professional judgment and responsibility at all times
• Exhibit professional, ethical, and responsible behavior
• Maintain required reports, records, and documents in both physical and electronic formats
• Promote professional improvement through…