8 Classroom Teachers; Tyler

4-8 Classroom Teachers (Tyler)

Job Type/Hours per Week
:
Full-Time, 40 Hours;
Monday through Friday 7:30 am‑4:00 pm.

Salary
:
Commensurate with experience.

Hiring Department
:
University Academy.

Job Summary
:
The UT Tyler University Academy Tyler Campus is building a pool of qualified applicants for Grade 4‑8 Classroom Teachers. UT Tyler University Academy (UTTUA) is an open‑enrollment charter school serving students in Tyler, Longview, and Palestine. We utilize Project and Problem‑Based Learning models with a STEM focus. The classroom teacher will provide instruction both face‑to‑face through project‑based learning and online. The teacher will be supported by a Campus Director, Central Office Administrators, Professional Development Specialists, and university faculty.

Teachers will be expected to participate in graduate‑level work, and those not currently holding a master’s degree will be required to enroll in a program as part of the compensation package. The position is a 9‑month university appointment, conditioned on performance, enrollment, and the continued operation of the charter school.

• Direct instruction of students.
• Curriculum development and lesson planning.
• Classroom and student management.
• Communication and outreach.
• Assist with other campus activities as needed: breakfast/lunch duty, pick‑up duty, etc.
• Collaborate with colleagues, including participation in professional learning communities (PLCs) with all campus teachers and teachers at other campuses using distance technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Appropriate grade/subject certification.

• Content knowledge; knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to integrate multiple technologies.
• Ability to integrate project‑based learning.
• Ability to integrate STEM disciplines.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Experience working with special needs students.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize teams and meet deadlines.

This position is for 192 days following the University Academy District Calendar each school year. It provides a 12‑month salary/benefits distribution and may be prorated according to start date. The retirement plan for this position is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.