6th Grade/7th Grade Social Studies Teacher (27-28 School Year)

Summary: Middle School Teachers deliver TEKS-aligned instruction, build a safe, structured, joyful classroom, and use data to drive learning—so every student grows. You plan engaging lessons, analyze instructional data, provide accommodations with fidelity (IEP/504/EB), and partner with families and colleagues to ensure students meet ambitious goals.

Reports to: Dean of Instruction Directly Manages: None

Location: Fort Worth, TX (on-site)

Compensation: 62K

Schedule: Full-time, school calendar

Anticipated Start Date: July, 2027 Who We’re Looking For: Values-Driven and Mission-Focused This is a rare opportunity to help build a safe, structured, joyful public charter middle school where rigorous STEAM learning thrives. We’re seeking teammates who live our values daily and turn them into student results. Achievement: Set bold, measurable goals, use data relentlessly, own outcomes, and prioritize high-impact work. Teamwork: Collaborate across roles, communicate directly with empathy, uphold high standards, and put the team above ego. Continuous Improvement: Seek feedback fast, find root causes, iterate on systems, and treat setbacks as learning data. Innovation: Spot problems early, test bold ideas quickly, share learnings, and scale what works to advance the mission.

Key Responsibilities: Professional Learning & Team Contribution Engage in weekly coaching and bi-weekly professional development sessions; implement bite-size action steps and reflect on results. Collaborate in Professional Learning Communities to align pacing, assessments, and student work analysis; share resources and model lessons. Support campus duties (arrival, transitions, lunch, dismissal) and take accurate attendance. Family Partnership & Communication Communicate regularly with families about progress, behavior, attendance, and upcoming learning (in plain language). Respond to family messages within school-day norms; participate in conferences, data nights, and school events. Assessment, Data & Acceleration Administer and analyze assessments; maintain an up-to-date gradebook. Plan targeted reteach, small groups, and accelerated instruction; progress monitor and adjust quickly. Ensure accommodations/designated supports are delivered with fidelity (IEP/504/EB) and reflected in lesson artifacts. Classroom Culture Teach and reinforce clear routines, procedures, and norms; utilize our school-wide behavior system with fidelity. Contribute to a campus culture where students feel known, safe, and motivated to do their best. Instruction & Planning Design/internalize daily lessons and unit plans aligned to TEKS, integrating literacy, writing, and STEAM practices. Differentiate for diverse learners (readiness, language, and IEP/504 needs); embed academic discourse and practice. Maintain an orderly classroom that maximizes learning and eliminates distractions. Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Valid Texas teaching certificate (core content required for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies). Demonstrated success raising student achievement and maintaining a strong classroom culture. Skilled at using data (CFAs/interims) to plan instruction and intervention. Clear, compassionate communicator; organized; growth-minded; mission-aligned.

Preferred Qualifications: ESL certification (strongly encouraged for core content teachers). For Special Education roles: valid Texas Special Education certification (required). Experience with co-teaching, inclusive practices, and accommodations; familiarity with T-TESS, PLCs, and interim assessment platforms. Certifications/Licensure Required (Core Teachers): Valid Texas teaching certificate in assigned content/grade. Required (Special Education Teachers): Valid Texas Special Education certification. Encouraged: ESL certification. All Staff: DPS fingerprint clearance per Texas Education Code §22.0835.