9th-12th ELA Teacher Pool - IDEA Upper Rio Grande Valley Region

Position: 9th-12th ELA Teacher Applicant Pool - IDEA Upper Rio Grande Valley Region (26-27)

9th-12th ELA Teacher Applicant Pool - IDEA Upper Rio Grande Valley Region (26-27)

Join IDEA Public Schools for the 9th‑12th ELA Teacher Applicant Pool. This posting is not for a specific open role; it is a means to gather information for future opportunities that match your interests and qualifications.

3 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Role Mission: All IDEA teachers ensure that every IDEA student masters the academic and social skills necessary to succeed in college while embodying IDEA’s values daily. Teachers set ambitious goals for student achievement, invest in students and families to reach those goals, create a powerful learning environment, plan and deliver purposeful, rigorous instruction, assess mastery, track progress, analyze data to intervene, and seek excellence as educators and IDEA team members.

What We Offer

• The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $57,500. This role is eligible for stipend(s) based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500–$4,000 each. Additional performance‑based compensation is also available.
• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after‑school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

Other Benefits

• Paid Family Leave:
  Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption, based on tenure.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Up to 50% of tuition for qualifying degree programs, capped at $5,250 per year.
• Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions in a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs for this role.

Qualifications

• High level of content‑area proficiency evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year institution (required).
• Experience in a K‑12 classroom setting (strongly preferred).
• State certification preferred but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject and ability to pass an IDEA content assessment.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula/assessments to meet high academic expectations.
• Master and deliver relevant content and grade‑level curriculum, core objectives, and texts.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Use formal and informal assessments to track individual student progress, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
• Communicate student progress with families weekly.
• Facilitate technology effectively as a communication and educational tool.
• Implement a clear, consistent behavior management system aligned with campus initiatives.
• Help shape a school‑wide culture that fosters enthusiastic learning.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with students and families built on trust and respect.
• Host tutoring sessions to meet all student needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check‑ins, grade‑level meetings, before and after‑school duties, and school‑wide meetings.
• Engage in summer and year‑long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Work a minimum of 40+ hours per week at school.
• Additional duty may include after‑school tutoring or Saturday school, based on needs.

Values and Characteristics

• Committed to IDEA’s mission: all students can achieve college success.
• Demon…