Earth Science Teacher
Location: Great Hearts Live Oak Upper (7653 N Loop 1604 E, Live Oak, TX 78233)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried‑Exempt
About Great Hearts Academies
We are looking for life‑long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open‑enrollment, tuition‑free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K‑12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Benefits
- Exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits with minimal employee cost
- Texas Retirement System
- Professional development offerings, including books, seminars, leadership and special‑education coursework/pathways
- Reduced‑tuition graduate‑degree support with select partner universities
About Upper School Teachers
Great Hearts teachers guide students in a variety of subjects across grades 6‑12, including Humanities, Math, Science, Fine Arts, Languages, and Physical Education. Teachers lead students through intelligence, charisma, humor, moral integrity and example—in short, through love and friendship. Ultimately, our teachers strive to cultivate the minds and hearts of students in the wonder‑filled pursuit of truth, beauty and goodness.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
- Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
- Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home‑school partnerships.
- Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s (or higher) degree required for a lead teaching role; all majors are welcome.
- Certification not required for general education.
- Must pass a TxDPS background clearance and have US work authorization.
- Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal‑history background check and fingerprint clearance per state requirements.
- May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.