Tech Teach Texas Teacher

Description

Earn your Bachelor of Science Degree and Teacher Certification in One Year!

Position: 26‑27 Tech Teach Across Texas Teacher Candidate
Reports to: Texas Tech University Site Coordinator
Position type: 10‑month (candidates expected to work during the summer)
Start date: August 3, 2026
Compensation: $25,000 plus additional incentives

As a Teacher Candidate you will participate in the Tech Teach Across Texas program, a partnership with Texas Tech University that supports candidates through instruction, field placement, mentorship, and professional development with the goal of becoming a licensed Texas teacher within one year.

• Attend orientation to the Tech Teach Across Texas program and Introduction to Teaching courses during the Texas Tech University Summer I term.
• Attend study days to prepare for teacher certification exams.
• Participate in field placement, student teaching, and Texas Tech University online and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Maintain professional relationships with mentors, campus administrators, staff, and students; conduct classroom instruction and follow-through on responsibilities at the field site and in Texas Tech University meetings.
• Meet all professionalism expectations established by Tech Teach Across Texas.
• Co‑teach during student teaching field placement in a manner consistent with the program progression.
• Complete Apply & Evaluate assignments and Performance Assessment Cycles, including the use of video‑capture devices and SWIVL technology.
• Meet test‑prep and certification exam benchmarks for CORE, Science of Teaching Reading (EC‑6 candidates), edTPA, and supplemental exams.
• Purchase and utilize online resources designated by the program.
• Complete Site Coordinator‑designated modules, activities, performance checks, and progress monitoring assignments.
• Implement professional behavior related to appropriate use of technology, including cell phone and computer usage.
• Dress professionally in accordance with Tech Teach Across Texas guidelines.
• Adhere to the district calendar for professional development dates, holidays, and early dismissals.
• Maintain prompt, consistent, and reliable attendance during field placement, starting before the school day and ending after dismissal.
• Participate in all in‑service trainings at the beginning of the academic year and throughout the school year.
• Participate in faculty, staff, grade‑level, parent‑teacher conferences, and required meetings such as ARD, LPAC, RTI, and school‑wide events.
• Implement feedback to grow instructional competency.
• Attend weekly co‑planning meetings with the mentor teacher and/or campus leadership.
• Provide student support in the classroom to impact student achievement.
• Complete all Tech Teach Across Texas program documentation as required.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• Completed an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree or a completed Associate of Arts/Science degree plus the required coursework.
• Minimum GPA of 2.75.
• 66 transferable credit hours.
• Meet the foreign language requirement.
• Applied and accepted to Texas Tech University as a transfer student.
• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools.
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to work urgently in a fast‑paced, results‑oriented environment.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives simultaneously.
• A dedication to learning, growth, and professional development.

• Compensation: $25,000 plus additional incentives to supplement tuition and meet certification expectations.
• Health and supplemental insurance: $0 monthly medical option with a $600 Health Savings Account contribution; additional benefits include dental, vision, disability, life, etc.
• Retirement plans:
  Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457(b) retirement plan.
• Professional development:
  Investment in leadership programs, coaching, and ongoing professional growth.
• Nationally recognized educator prep program:
  Tech Teach Across Texas (TTAT) supports over 1,200 teacher candidates and is a recognized model for developing effective teachers.
• Award‑winning culture:
  Recognition as Houston’s best place to work and recipient of the Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education.

YES Prep is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.