Teacher 2024-2025, English Language Arts, CYPRESS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Teacher for English Language Arts at Cypress Creek High School is responsible for providing students with engaging learning activities and experiences that promote their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The role involves developing lesson plans, assessing student achievement, and creating a conducive classroom environment while collaborating with other educators to support diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies and materials based on student needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and development.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for the subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned.
• Knowledge of core academic subjects and curriculum instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Willingness to obtain and maintain a current AED and CPR certificate.

Benefits

• Probationary/Term Contract for 187 days.
• Competitive salary as per Pay Grade T60 approved by the Board of Trustees.