High School Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory of Houston · Houston, TX · 5 mo ago
On-siteEducationFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop rigorous lessons in subject area through a culturally relevant lens for predominantly first generation, low-income students.
- Utilize data-driven instruction and analysis of student assessment data to adjust teaching strategies as needed.
- Incorporate Ignatian pedagogy in order to design more effective classroom experiences.
- Set and maintain high academic expectations for all students.
- Design and update course curriculum using backwards planning and assessment data.
- Foster relationships with families and communicate to better facilitate open communication.
- Hold weekly tutorial hours to provide additional instruction and support to individual students.
- Adhere to mastery-based grading policy; update grades in a timely manner.
- Communicates with parents of students failing class.
- Build appropriate rapport and trust with students; redirect student behavior as needed.
- Develop professionally by working with other teachers and leaders to improve student learning, participating in professional development, and providing and receiving feedback from school leaders.
Educational Requirements and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree is required; a Master’s Degree is preferred.
- State of Texas Teacher's Certification strongly preferred, or must have a Bachelor's Degree in the content area and at least 12 credit hours in education. Candidates without state certification must complete state certification within the first two years of employment.
- 3-5 years teaching experience in marginalized communities preferred.
- Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance