Social Studies Teacher​/Coach

Social Studies Teacher/Coach

Venus Independent School District Venus Middle School - Venus, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board, and Venus Independent School District

Job : 5182203

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Title: Social Studies Teacher /Boys Coaching Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal Date Revised: 4-24-25

Dept./School: VMS

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Contribute to the education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures

Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

[Physical Education Teachers:
Current automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate]

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Experience as a coach or participant in sport assigned

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to…