AP Spanish Language/ Spanish II Teacher - YES Prep Hobby Secondary (Immediate Opening)

About the role

This 10-month position reports to the Principal and begins with the 2026–27 school year. Compensation starts at $64,000 annually, and teachers in Teacher Incentive Allotment-eligible courses can earn up to $102,800 through a combination of base salary and TIA stipends based on performance and longevity.

Compensation

• Starting salary: $64,000
• TIA-eligible teachers can earn up to an additional $32,000 per year based on instructional excellence and student growth, with five-year and ten-year milestones at $96,800 and $99,800 respectively, and up to $102,800 at fifteen years.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous, blended-learning lessons in your content area to reignite student engagement and close gaps for marginalized communities
• Set ambitious goals with students, track progress, and provide frequent, persistent feedback
• Use data and coach feedback to create student growth plans when needed
• Build transformative relationships with students and families through regular communication via phone, video, email, or district-approved platforms
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning that supports students’ physical, social, and emotional development
• Collaborate with co-planners to refine daily lessons and tailor resources to student needs
• Meet deadlines for lesson plans, grade submission, and work samples
• Work on a team of teachers and leaders to ensure consistency, support, and accountability for all students
• Participate in content-team professional development to norm and improve student learning
• Conduct weekly tutorials outside the regular school day to provide additional instruction and support
• Complete supervision duties including morning, lunch, dismissal, detention, and after-school coverage to support student safety
• Grow professionally by consistently giving and receiving feedback from DOI, school leaders, and the administration team
• Persist through challenges, learn from mistakes, and model strong character for students
• Be available by phone, email, or video conference to confer with leaders, colleagues, students, and families
• Provide personal care services as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
• Texas Educator Certification or willingness to join an Alternative Certification Program to obtain certification
• Strong ability to navigate web-based applications and technology
• Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms
• Belief in and commitment to YES Prep Public Schools’ mission and core values
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work urgently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Capacity to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives simultaneously
• Dedication to continuous professional growth and development

Beliefs

• Commitment to YES Prep Public Schools’ mission and core values
• Desire to disrupt systemic inequities in education
• Willingness to go above and beyond to challenge the status quo
• Passion for building student resilience through relentless pursuit of exceptional results
• Conviction that high expectations plus high accountability yield high performance and growth