New York, New York
San Pedro, California
Posted: 16-Jun-26
Location: Houston, Texas
Type: Full Time
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WHAT YOU OFFER US
Kindness, compassion, curiosity, analytical ability, flexibility, a sense of humor, patience, a growth mindset, experience, high energy, and innovation
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A promise to treat you like the professional you are
Competitive salary and benefits
Supportive and collaborative peers
A fun and joyful work environment
Personalized professional development
Fancy smelling soap
Free coffee, soda, tea, and nugget ice
Freedom to wear jeans any day of the week
A beautiful campus in the Museum District of Houston
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Plan and deliver targeted English language arts and social studies instruction to two classes of six to eight students in 4th and/or 5th grade with learning differences
Communicate with colleagues and parents to provide an exceptional experience for all families
Engage in the continuous pursuit of lifelong personal and professional development and reflection
Observe, analyze, and pivot based on the needs of kids
Record, synthesize, and report progress in both formal and informal ways
Provide support to kids in the form of social coaching
Have fun teaching and learning - must love kids
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Experience teaching in a relevant classroom setting required
Bachelor's Degree required
Pay is competitive with surrounding districts
Diverse candidates with diverse experiences are encouraged to apply
HIRING PROCESS
Please visit www.thejoyschool.org to view a more detailed description and fill out our application
Qualified candidates will be contacted to set up an initial interview
Please direct questions to rwilliams@thejoyschool.org
• Bachelor’s degree or higher required, with teacher certification preferred
• Three to five years of relative classroom experience required
• Comfort in teaching a range of grade levels and content areas
• Experience working with diverse learners
• Knowledge of learning differences and the ability to differentiate instruction in the classroom based on those needs
• Strong ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
• Analytical approach to curriculum, instructional methods, and students
• Flexibility as it relates to classroom management, pacing of curriculum, and student expectations
• Compassion for students, parents, and colleagues
