Co-Teacher - Teacher Resident - IDEA Carver Academy (Immediate Opening)

About the role

IDEA Teacher Residents serve as full-time teaching residents in IDEA classrooms under the mentorship of top-performing host teachers to gain experience in the classroom through a gradual onramp of responsibility. Additionally, residents will attend weekly evening classes with the IDEA’s board approved certification partner to gain the knowledge and practice the skills of effective teaching. Upon completion of their residency year, IDEA Teacher Residents will obtain their enhanced residency teacher certification from the state of Texas and be eligible for employment in a lead teacher role in IDEA’s Pre-K or Special Education program.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibilities as a full-time co-teacher at IDEA, typically arriving at school at 7:00 AM and leaving around 5:00 PM
• Attend all ACT-RGV evening classes and occasional Saturday school
• Support implementing IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations
• Support with grading, lesson planning, preparation of class materials and classroom management
• Track individual student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update grade book weekly
• Co-teach with the support of your Host Teacher for at least 21 hours per week during your residency year
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution by May 15, 2026
• Minimum undergraduate GPA, 2.75 or higher (preferred)

Knowledge and Skills

• Make Strategic Decisions: Makes informed decisions by gathering reliable information, asking clarifying questions, and evaluating multiple options; aligns choices with team objectives, current responsibilities, and the broader mission of the organization
• Manage Work And Teams: Sets clear, measurable goals and regularly reflects on progress, adjusting actions as needed; prioritizes work aligned with goals using a task management system and consistently meets deadlines through effective time management
• Grow Self And Others: Demonstrates self-awareness by actively seeking and thoughtfully responding to feedback with curiosity and a growth mindset; identifies development areas, implements feedback when appropriate, and pursues opportunities to build knowledge and skills
• Build a Culture Of Trust: Consistently demonstrates self-awareness and emotional intelligence, fostering psychological safety and trust within the team; builds respectful, reliable relationships and engages in direct, compassionate feedback
• Communicate Deliberately: Communicates clearly and professionally, delivering concise messages tailored to the audience; actively listens, engages in dialogue by asking and clarifying questions, and follows up to ensure shared understanding

Additional Skills

• Strong time management with experience balancing multiple priorities
• Ability to come back from setbacks and remain positive in the face of challenges
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and ability to adjust to changes and situations within the school environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout the classroom and campus for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day)
• Frequent bending and kneeling to assist students at desks, on the floor, or at low workstations
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally; lifting of heavier materials or assisting students
• Sufficient hearing and ability to communicate clearly with students and staff and to monitor classroom activity in a moderately loud classroom environment (hearing aids are acceptable)
• Ability to supervise students outdoors in varying weather conditions during recess, transitions, drills, and events
• Ability to respond quickly, move rapidly, and assist students during evacuations, lockdowns, or medical emergencies

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable

Pay

Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $16.57 for 0 years of experience and $23.98. Hourly co-teachers earnings are paid out over a 12-month period.