Required Application Materials
The application should include a resume, cover letter (limited to no more than two (2) pages, single-sided), education transcripts, a copy of any relevant certifications, three references that can be contacted, and the Declaration of Applicant Form.
For Instruction Related Positions, include the following:
The cover letter should include answers to the following questions:
Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to project-based learning.
Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to distance education.
Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to the daily routine of teaching.
The Declaration of Applicant Form is located on this website:
https://uttua.org/departments/human-resources/files/2026-4-preemployment-affidavit.pdf
The Declaration of Applicant Form is REQUIRED by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) when the applicant applies. A copy of the signed form or photo of the signed form should be included with the combined documents.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
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Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The UT Tyler University Academy Palestine Campus is currently building a pool of qualified applicants for Grade 9-12 Classroom Teachers.
UT Tyler University Academy (UTTUA) is an open-enrollment charter school, serving students in Tyler, Longview, and Palestine. We utilize Project and Problem Based Learning models with a STEM focus. The classroom teacher will provide instruction to students both face-to-face through project-based learning and online. The teacher will be supported by a Campus Director, University Academy Central Office Administrators, Professional Development Specialists, and university faculty. Teachers will be expected to participate in graduate level work, and those teachers not currently holding a master’s degree will be expected to be enrolled in a program as part of the compensation package. The position will be a 9-month university appointment, predicated on performance, enrollment, and continued successful operations of the charter school.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
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Direct instruction of students.
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Curriculum development and lesson planning.
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Classroom and student management.
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Communication and outreach.
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Assist with other campus activities as needed: breakfast/lunch duty, pick-up duty, etc.
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Collaborate with colleagues, including participate in professional learning communities (PLCs) with all the teachers at the campus, as well as teachers at other campuses using distance technologies.
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Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
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Bachelor’s Degree.
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Appropriate grade/subject certification.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
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Content knowledge; knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
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Ability to integrate multiple technologies.
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Ability to integrate project-based learning.
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Ability to integrate STEM disciplines.
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Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
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Experience working with special needs students.
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Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to organize teams and meet deadlines.
Other Information
This position is for 192 days which follow the University Academy District Calendar each school year (varies year-to-year, typically mid-August to early June). This position will have no vacation accrual since summers are off. This position will be paid on a 12-month distribution to have their pay/benefits through the summer. Dependent on start date, the monthly salary may be prorated according to the number of school days remaining (192-day calendar).
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
