Teacher, 2nd Grade Elementary

Teacher, 2nd Grade Elementary  School Year) Job Details

Job : 5693360

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Days per Year: 187

Minimum Salary: $62,750 (Based on  Pay Scale)

Job Title: 2nd Grade Elementary School Teacher  School Year)

Reports To: Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale

Primary

Purpose:

The Elementary School Teacher is responsible for implementing the District’s instructional program and educational philosophy in the designated grade level in accordance with District goals, policies, and procedures. The educator collaborates with the school community to prepare students to increase academic performance to meet state standards.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate clearly and respectfully, champion student needs, and drive continuous improvement.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for the subject and level assigned
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship
• Reading Certification for teachers applying to teach K-3 students or currently enrolled

Preferred:

• Five years of successful classroom experience
• Reading Certification for teachers applying to teach Pre‑k, Grade 4, and Grade 5

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

• Teach in accordance with staff assignment
• Display effective teaching practices
  • Complete effective lesson plans with immediate and long‑range goals
  • Develop lessons appropriately
  • Use time effectively
  • Choose appropriate materials and activities
  • Present subject matter clearly and interestingly
  • Coordinate and plan with team members, when appropriate
  • Plan with the librarian to provide an effective library experience for students
• Administer the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning
  • Organize procedures for effective classroom management
  • Organize the assigned area efficiently and appealingly
    
    Provide flexibility for individual and group activities
  • Practice positive discipline techniques that help students gain self‑control and responsibility for their actions
  • Maintain a positive, accepting attitude when working with students
• Cooperate with school personnel to provide for student welfare
  • Supervise behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes, and during school‑related activities on and off campus
  • Work with counselors, administrators, parents, and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational setting
  • Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill procedures
  • Participate in special activities and programs provided for students and parents
• Initiate communications with parents
  • Inform parents about programs for students
  • Make parents aware if problems arise
  • Keep parents informed about student progress
• Cooperate with appropriate program director, department chair, and all other school personnel
• Administer an appropriate record‑keeping system
  • Maintain accurate records for student evaluation and progress
  • Maintain accurate attendance records as required by building, district, and state regulations
  • Maintain accurate records for all textbooks, materials, and funds provided by the District
  • Maintain records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures, and referrals to other school personnel
  • Meet required record‑keeping format and timelines effectively
• Exemplify professionalism in behavior and performance
  • Cooperate with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly
  • Work with team leaders and principals to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of need
  • Promote understanding of District programs and policies
  • Remain current in education and the specific areas of instruction through literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations, and college courses
  • Adhere to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and support the District’s philosophy
• Report to work daily per your schedule approved by your campus principal
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required