Elective Teacher - IDEA Southeast College Prep (Immediate Opening)

About the Role

IDEA Electives teachers instruct students in a variety of subjects, including Fine Arts, Health, and Technology Applications. All IDEA Elective teachers ensure every student masters the academic and social skills necessary for college success while embodying IDEA’s values. Teachers set ambitious goals, create powerful learning environments, deliver rigorous instruction, assess mastery, and analyze data to adjust teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Learn, master, and deliver relevant content and grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track student progress, adjust lesson plans, and update gradebooks weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress with families on a weekly basis.
• Use technology effectively to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives.
• Foster a productive and enthusiastic learning environment and develop students’ character and community.
• Build cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust and respect.
• Host tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before/after-school duties, and school-wide functions.
• Engage in summer and year-long professional development.
• Spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week.
• Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on student needs.

Requirements

• High level of content-area proficiency (evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work experience).
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution (required).
• Experience in a K-12 classroom setting (strongly preferred).

Skills

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment.

Compensation

The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $63,500. This role is eligible for stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ($500–$4,000 each). Additional performance-based compensation is available. After-school tutoring or Saturday school assignments provide extra hourly compensation.

Candidates selected for this position must submit official electronic service records to validate professional experience and determine creditable years of service.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan with majority of employee premium covered and subsidized costs for dependents.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 8 weeks for birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to 50% of tuition for qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 annually (subject to manager discretion and budget).
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and work-life services.
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, and flexible spending accounts.
• Generous vacation time, referral bonuses, and professional development opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered for this role, if applicable.

About IDEA Public Schools

IDEA Public Schools is a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. Since 2000, IDEA has grown to serve over 80,000 college-bound students across Texas, Florida, and Ohio, with a legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. IDEA fosters a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging, and seeks team members who are committed to its mission of college success for all students.