2nd Grade Teacher

2nd Grade Teacher

RUNGE ISD Elementary School - Runge, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5560714

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 01, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position

Description:

2nd Grade Teacher

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Campus Principal

Position Summary:

The 2nd Grade teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction that strengthens foundational academic skills, supports students’ social-emotional development, and fosters a positive classroom culture. The teacher creates a structured, engaging learning environment that promotes literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, and student independence. The ideal candidate is student-centered, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement while maintaining high expectations for all learners.

Primary Responsibilities

The 2nd Grade teacher plans and delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in accordance with Texas Education Code §28.002. Instruction emphasizes reading comprehension, written expression, mathematical fluency, and problem‑solving skills through developmentally appropriate, research-based instructional practices.

Instruction is data-informed and designed to meet students' diverse academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs. The teacher provides rigorous Tier 1 instruction using explicit modeling, guided practice, differentiation, and formative assessment to ensure access and achievement for all learners.

The teacher establishes consistent classroom routines and a structured learning environment that promotes positive behavior, student engagement, and a love of learning. Ongoing assessment practices are used to monitor student progress, adjust instruction, and provide timely feedback to students and families.

The teacher participates in Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including intervention planning and progress monitoring to address student academic and behavioral needs. Collaboration with grade‑level teams, instructional coaches, intervention staff, and campus leadership supports alignment with campus and district goals.

Clear and professional communication with parents and guardians is expected to support student success and strengthen home‑school partnerships. The teacher fulfills all professional responsibilities, including lesson planning, supervision duties, documentation, and participation in professional development aligned with campus priorities. Performance expectations align with the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T‑TESS) domains.

The teacher maintains a safe and orderly classroom environment consistent with district policies, the Student Code of Conduct, and state safety requirements.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Texas teaching certificate in Early Childhood–Grade 6 (EC–6) or applicable certification in accordance with Texas Education Code Chapter 21.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of elementary curriculum and instructional practices
• Knowledge of literacy and mathematics development for primary‑grade learners
• Effective classroom management and student engagement strategies
• Ability to use formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and collaboration

New teachers and experienced educators are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Attributes

Successful candidates are reflective practitioners who value teamwork, consistency, and positive relationships with students and colleagues. Experience with structured literacy practices, purposeful student discourse, and differentiated instruction is highly desirable.

A commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high‑expectations learning environment that promotes confidence, responsibility, and academic growth is essential. Candidates demonstrate a growth mindset and shared responsibility for student success.

Compensation

Salary and benefits are provided in accordance with the district compensation plan, board policy, and applicable Texas Education Code requirements.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a completed application, resume, and required certification documentation through the district’s application system. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

The district is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Stephanie Jones , Principal
• Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: sjones