Teacher - 5th - ELAR​/Science - School Yr

Teacher - 5th - ELAR/Science -  School Yr

Waxahachie ISD
* Northside Elementary – Waxahachie, Texas
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Job : 5593278

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description:

Teacher-Distance Learning and In-person Learning

Job Title:

Teacher – Distance Learning-In-Person

Duty Days: 187

Reports to:

Principal

Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Structure

Dept/School:
Assigned Campus

Pay

Schedule:

Teacher Pay Structure

Wage/Hour:
Exempt

Date Revised: 10/2020

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate in-person and district or virtual instruction 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.

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
• [Physical Education Teachers:
  Current automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• ESL and GT Certification 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

Experience

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person, distance, and virtual learning 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
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion

Student Growth and Development

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

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create in-person and virtual 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 protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required

Communication

• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members

Professional Growth/Development and Other

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with state, district, and…