Middle School - Teacher: ELA;

Middle School - Teacher: ELA )

Assigned campus:
La Joya, Texas

Job : 5632380

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Teacher (ELA/ESL, Math, Science, SS)

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt-Professional

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: According to District’s Teacher Salary Schedule

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Funding Source: 199 Local Funds

District Primary

Purpose:

To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement.

Department Primary

Purpose:

To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation.

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university;
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.

Experience/Knowledge: Knowledgeable in effective schools research, principles of accreditation standards, and Texas Education Agency requirements; teaching techniques and methodology; physical, mental and emotional child development process; special needs of exceptional learners.

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of district resources.
• Prepare for classes assigned, and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the location and the needs of students.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress regularly.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assist in formulating, upholding, and enforcing school rules, regulations, and Board Policy.
• Be available to students and parents for educational purposes outside instructional time when required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
• Cooperate with staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain professional relations with others.
• Maintain open communication with students and parents about academic and behavioral progress.
• Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, and advanced coursework.
• Accept responsibilities for co‑curricular activities as assigned when they do not interfere with the primary teaching assignment.

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; maintain emotional control under stress; implement TEA rules and regulations.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Occasional prolonged hours; regular physical demands of stooping, lifting, and other strenuous activities.

187 Days

Full-Time

$57,200 Per Year