Teacher High School Program

Job Title : Teacher - High School Program

Retirees of the Texas Teachers Retirement System (TRS) may apply. Consistent with district policy SD-7.17 Employment of Retirees selected applicants are responsible for reimbursing the district through payroll deduction for the current rate of all TRS pension or TRS Care surcharges. As of September 1 2025 the TRS pension surcharge rate is 16.5% and the TRS Care surcharge is $535 / month.

Wage / Hour Status : Exempt

Pay Group : T0-21 (Based on Experience) Salary Plan

• Plus $500 Monthly Stipend

Primary Purpose : Provide quality education to incarcerated students and supervise classroom activities.

Qualifications

Education / Certification / Experience :

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Must meet State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) requirements for area of assignment.

Secondary level certification ina foundationsubject area.

This position requires personal technology that will enable the completion of job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.

Skill to interpret and apply rules regulations policies and procedures.

Skill in organizing and maintaining accurate records.

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

1. Plan and direct learning activities of adult incarcerated students.

the Windham School District (WSD) curriculum guide(s) for area of assignment.

3. Participate in district staff development programs as required.

4. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.

in all evaluations and self-studies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and contracting agency.

on curriculum textbooks and other committees as assigned.

lesson plans in accordance with the criteria established by WSD policy.

accurate attendance records in the manner prescribed by WSD.

reports as required by program needs and administrative requests.

clear oral and written instructions to students.

student behavior in the classroom that is firm fair and consistent in applying classroom rules.

a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of the students.

and use various methods to teach basic concepts for subject level.

activities for individual student needs and engage and maintain the interest of students in instructional activity.

diagnostic placement tests achievement tests curriculum tests and other tests as required by the principal.

seating materials and displays in such a manner as to harmonize with instructional aims and procedures.

informed of and comply with all policies and procedures pertinent to the use of instructional materials equipment and textbooks.

all unit procedures in checking out materials supplies and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and / or student abuse of materials supplies or equipment.

knowledge training and appropriate media in a systems approach to instruction as outlined in curriculum guides.

informed of and comply with policies of the WSD and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Student Progress Records cards as directed by WSD policies and procedures.

statutory and agency regulations.

with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals objectives methods and policy according to WSD requirements.

progress in meeting student performance targets of the district.

progress in meeting assigned action plans of the district or campus improvement plans.

use and evaluate ideas and / or innovative approaches to improve performance.

other duties as assigned.

Policy Reports and Law :

28. Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information received in the performance of the job duties.

29. Perform duties in a professional manner through daily punctual attendance at location of work assignment.

30. Follow Windham School District policies and procedures in completing assigned jobduties.

31. Execute duties in a professional ethical and responsible manner as defined in 19 TAC Chapter 247 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

Supervisory Responsibilities : Supervise adult incarcerated students in classroom settings. May also supervise teacher aides.

Working Conditions

Additional Requirements With or Without Reasonable Accommodation

Mental Demands :

Ability to communicate (verbal and written) ability to instruct ability to speak ability to reason ability to compile data ability to interpret policy ability to interpret procedures and data ability to concentrate ability to memorize ability to alphabetize ability to understand verbal and written instructions ability to organize ability to analyze ability to maintain emotional control ability to maintain confidentiality ability to work with frequent interruptions.

Physical Demands :

Ability to perform full duties of position lift up to 25 pounds walking sitting standing climbing stairs and ramps kneeling stooping reaching hearing (with aid) visual acuity speaking travel by car van or airplane driving of car / van distinguishing colors occasional prolonged and irregular work hours.

Environmental Demands :

Work inside and outside noise radiant / electrical energy work alone work with others around machines with moving parts and objects possible exposure to microwaves in use exposure to hot and cold temperatures exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Math,Special Education,Calculus,Teaching,Geometry,Cordova

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1