English Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Company:

For more than six decades, Goodwill Central Texas has been relentlessly focused on empowering thousands of people to work. We transform revenue from over 37 retail locations into a combination of education, career training, job placement, career coaching and support, and more. Every time you shop or support Goodwill, you are helping fund our greater mission to serve our community. Goodwill’s vision extends far beyond our retail stores and your generous donations: We envision a Central Texas where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults opened in 2014 as an open-enrollment public charter high school for adults ages 18 to 50. The Excel Center Adult High School transforms lives in a supportive and holistic learning environment where all students are empowered to achieve.

For more information on the Goodwill Excel Center Adult High School, visit

Commitment to Excellence

At The Excel Center, we are building a high-performing organization focused on transforming lives through the power of education and work and becoming the model of excellence for adult education across Texas. Our team members contribute to a culture grounded in our values of caring, innovation, and accountability and focused on strong graduate outcomes.

All Excel team members:

• Deliver Excellence - Uphold high standards of professionalism, execution, and service to students
• Own the Outcome - Demonstrate accountability through ownership, reliability, follow-through, and continuous improvement.
• Work as One Team - Collaborate and contribute positively to a solutions-oriented culture
• Lead with Purpose - Align actions and decisions to the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities
• Strengthen the System - Support systems, processes, and practices that strengthen organizational effectiveness and student impact

All team members demonstrate our standards through strong individual performance and a commitment to collective excellence.

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, and employees generally become vested after earning five years of TRS service credit .

Candidates should consider these required retirement contributions when evaluating compensation and long-term employment with the district. Additional information about TRS eligibility, contributions, vesting, and retirement benefits is available through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

Role:

The primary role of the English Teacher is to implement, develop, and execute instruction of the Goodwill Excel Center English curriculum. The English Teacher will employ a student-centered approach, effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students’ needs and approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, small group learning, self-paced lessons, blended learning and courses, and online learning tools. The English Teacher will work with the instructional team in meeting the educational objectives and adhering to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in the area of English Courses (Primarily English 1-4; Some Electives) that ensures mastery of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Develop and revise a curriculum that includes lesson plans, projects, and assessments that are aligned with the standards of The Excel Center and TEKS.
• Assess individual student’s 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 and consistent classroom management system that aligns to Instructional Team and Campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Support all students in achieving academic success and character growth.
• Provide tutorials for students 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 on-boarding.
• Attend and participate in all staff, team, and professional development meetings and activities.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist school team with outreach efforts and community integration events throughout the school year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 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).
• Must have a proven record of results that illustrate the teacher’s ability to increase student achievement utilizing subject-specific instructional strategies.
• Experience working with students who receive Special Education/504 services, English Language Learners and immigrant students.
• Must be able to understand work instructions in English.
• Must have a broad knowledge of the principles and practices of current educational trends in English curriculum and instruction.
• Must have working knowledge of computer programs and accessing internet applications such as Student Information Systems, Microsoft Products, Google Applications (Gmail), Excel, Microsoft Word, and Internet Explorer.
• Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated willing to be a team player.
• Must be adaptable to shifting priorities while maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Must have the ability to embrace change positively and manage their workload independently.
• Must possess the essential mindset that all students can achieve at high levels.
• Must possess understanding of marginalization and how it impacts those Goodwill serves and employs.
• Exhibit respect for diversity of thought and have experience to advance it in teams/organization.
• Must demonstrate a maturity of practice using the 7 pillars and principles of servant leadership.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check and complete fingerprinting requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s 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 setting.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Arabic and English.

Compensation and Benefits

Dependent on experience and qualifications

What We Offer

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy and happy.

Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with our generous PTO policy, which includes vacation days, personal days, and company-wide holidays.

Teacher Retirement System & 403b Participation

Paid Parental Leave: We understand the importance of family. We offer a generous parental leave policy to support you during this significant life event.

Professional Development Opportunities: We believe in continuous growth! Take advantage of our access to workshops and online courses & tuition/certification support.

Wellness Programs: Prioritize your well-being with our wellness initiatives, including gym memberships and free mental health support.

Employee Recognition Programs: We celebrate our team members’ achievements with recognition awards.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that values diversity and inclusion, with regular team-building activities and events that foster a sense of belonging.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Goodwill Central Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a workplace where everyone feels included. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Background Check

Goodwill Excel Center is a public school and pre-employment background check and fingerprinting is required to ensure the applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the position. Additionally, positions that will be entering a campus located within a correctional facility are required to submit to pre-employment drug testing and receive a negative result as a condition of employment.

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