English Teacher

About the role

Goodwill Central Texas has been empowering people to work for over six decades, transforming revenue from 37+ retail locations into education, career training, job placement, coaching, and support services. The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults, opened in 2014, is an open‑enrollment public charter high school for adults ages 18‑50, providing a supportive, holistic learning environment where all students are empowered to achieve.

The primary role of the English Teacher is to implement, develop, and execute instruction of the Goodwill Excel Center English curriculum. The teacher employs a student‑centered approach, tailoring instructional strategies to individual student needs with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include direct instruction, one‑on‑one instruction, seminars, small‑group learning, self‑paced lessons, blended learning, and online learning tools. The English Teacher works with the instructional team to meet educational objectives and adhere to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in English courses (primarily English 1‑4; some electives) ensuring mastery of TEKS.
• Develop and revise curriculum, including lesson plans, projects, and assessments aligned with The Excel Center and TEKS standards.
• Assess individual student progress and learning needs to build and shape instruction around student needs.
• Utilize attendance, grades, and assessment data to refine lessons and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
• Implement a clear, consistent classroom management system aligned to instructional team and campus‑wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
• Support all students in achieving academic success and character growth.
• Provide tutorials to ensure mastery of material.
• Document and maintain attendance, grades, and progress records according to District policy.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade/ability‑level activities, and school‑wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student onboarding.
• Attend and participate in all staff, team, and professional development meetings and activities.
• Assist school team with outreach efforts and community integration events throughout the school year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Fine Arts, Journalism, or other related field.
• Current Texas Teaching Certification in English Language Arts (HS grades) and English as a Second Language (ESL).
• Proven record of results illustrating ability to increase student achievement using subject‑specific instructional strategies.
• Experience working with students who receive Special Education/504 services, English Language Learners, and immigrant students.
• Ability to understand work instructions in English.
• Broad knowledge of current educational trends in English curriculum and instruction.
• Working knowledge of computer programs and internet applications: Student Information Systems, Microsoft Products, Google Applications (Gmail, Excel, Word), and Internet Explorer.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, willing to be a team player.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities while maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Ability to embrace change positively and manage workload independently.
• Essential mindset that all students can achieve at high levels.
• Understanding of marginalization and how it impacts those Goodwill serves and employs.
• Respect for diversity of thought and experience advancing it in teams/organizations.
• Maturity of practice using the 7 pillars and principles of servant leadership.
• Must successfully pass a background check and complete fingerprinting requirement.
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English, Fine Arts, Journalism, or other related field.
• 1+ years of experience providing instruction to or working with adults.
• Experience working with high school age students in urban, non‑traditional, and/or adult education settings.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Arabic and English.

Benefits

The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults is a Texas public charter school district. Employees in TRS‑eligible positions participate in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). Eligible employees are required to contribute a portion of their salary to TRS retirement and TRS‑Care through automatic payroll deductions. TRS is a defined‑benefit retirement system; employees generally become vested after five years of TRS service credit. Additional information about TRS eligibility, contributions, vesting, and retirement benefits is available through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off: vacation days, personal days, and company‑wide holidays.
• Teacher Retirement System & 403b participation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities: workshops, online courses, tuition/certification support.
• Wellness programs: gym memberships and free mental health support.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture with regular team‑building activities and events.