About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Teaching.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with the required endorsement for the assigned subject and grade level, or completion of an approved alternative certification program.
• Must hold ESL certification or obtain ESL certification by February of the school year in which you are hired.
• Satisfactory fingerprint/background check result (non-refundable fee paid by employee, approx. $50).

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Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated competency in assigned academic subject areas.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction for elementary grades.
• Ability to design and research teaching units and lesson plans.
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to instruct students effectively.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency using classroom technology to support instruction.

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Experience

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related classroom experience preferred.

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Major Responsibilities and Duties

(The following statements describe general responsibilities and are not exhaustive.)

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that meet district curriculum requirements and accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Use assessment data and ongoing evaluation to plan instruction and interventions.
• Implement appropriate instructional strategies, materials, and technologies.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to modify curriculum for students with special needs (Special Education, 504, Bilingual).
• Manage student behavior according to the Student Code of Conduct and school policies.
• Foster student growth through coaching study skills, conducting formal/informal assessments, and sponsoring approved extracurricular activities.
• Maintain communication with parents, students, principals, and staff; participate in parent conferences and staff meetings.
• Supervise instructional aides, volunteers, and student teachers as assigned.
• Maintain required records, file reports, and protect student confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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Working Conditions

• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying classroom materials.
• May require occasional physical restraint of students in dangerous situations.
• Work may include irregular and extended hours, occasional travel, and exposure to temperature extremes, noise, and biological hazards.
• Use of computers for prolonged periods.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Compensation: $50.00 per hour.
• Employment type: Contract — Full time.

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Why Apply via Careertakes

• Careertakes is acting as a third-party recruiter to connect qualified candidates with a Confidential Client in the Teaching industry.
• Candidates who apply may be matched to additional similar opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
• This posting follows applicable US hiring practices and nondiscrimination rules.

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Next Steps

• Prepare an updated resume and copies of certifications (teaching certificate, ESL if held).
• Be prepared for a fingerprint/background check and to provide documentation of degree and certification.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.