Position Type:
Teacher - Secondary/MS Teacher
Date Posted:
4/10/2026
Location:
Gateway College Preparatory School
Date Available:
8/5/2026
POSITION: MIDDLE SCHOOL AVID/CAREER TEACHER
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT POSITION
SALARY RANGE: $57,000-$70,222 Annually
WORK DAYS: 187
LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL GEORGETOWN TX
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help students develop competencies and skills to be successful in post-secondary education.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
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Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
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Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
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Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
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Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
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Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
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Prepares and provides instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the student's IEP.
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Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
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Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
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Report and communicate student progress to parents.
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Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
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Be a positive role model for students.
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Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
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Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal.
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Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
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Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
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Participates in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.
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Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required.
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Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
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Promotes and contributes to campus-wide initiatives including AVID.
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Protects confidentiality of students and their families.
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Participates in performance improvement activities.
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Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.
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Adheres to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
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Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of:
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Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing student in the subject and grade level assigned.
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Strong knowledge of developing curriculum and along with integrating technology into daily instruction.
Ability to:
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Design, develop, and implement subject area curriculum that is based on best practices.
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Provide effective and innovative learning experiences for students at a college preparatory level.
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Provide an attractive, inviting and stimulating learning environment and develop positive relationships with students.
Experience:
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Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.
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Middle school AVID elective and college/career exploration classes
Education:
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Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
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Valid Texas Teacher Certificate; Middle School 7-8
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, in-door, and out-of-door activities and some lifting.
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Must have and maintain a level of general physical/emotional health which permits effective performance of duties.
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Regularly lifts and carries 1 - 25 pounds.
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Required high level of mental alertness and requires ability to tolerate high levels of stress.
BENEFITS: Should you enroll in medical, Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums.
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Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
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Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Telehealth
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Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance
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Short-term and Long-term Disability
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403b and 457b Investment Plans
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Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
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Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance
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Legal Services
