Posted: 21-Jan-26
Location: Austin, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: $59,000 - $80,000+ annually
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Elementary Language Arts Teacher | Rawson Saunders School | Austin, Texas
Rawson Saunders School is seeking a passionate, skilled language arts teacher to join our team of exceptional educators who understand that dyslexic learners think differently—and brilliantly.
We're looking for someone who brings creativity and intentionality to teaching literature, writing, and language, who sees each student's unique learning profile as an opportunity rather than an obstacle, and who thrives in a collaborative environment where excellence and care go hand in hand.
What matters most:
- Deep commitment to understanding how dyslexic learners engage with literature and express their ideas through writing
- Dedication to crafting masterful, intentional lesson plans for every class, every day—we provide the planning time because we know this work matters
- Skill in balancing multiple essential components—literature engagement, vocabulary development, critical thinking, writing instruction, and reading practice—within the language arts classroom
- Willingness to learn and implement our structured, evidence-based approach to writing instruction (we provide comprehensive training)
- Ability to make literature come alive across genres while helping students develop as critical thinkers and meaning-makers
- Natural talent for creating a classroom where students feel safe sharing ideas, taking intellectual risks, and refining their thinking
- Experience providing daily writing instruction and practice that builds student confidence and competence
- Understanding that dyslexic students often have rich oral language and creative thinking that deserves to be honored and developed
- Enthusiasm for small group instruction where you can truly know each learner
- Strong collaboration skills—you'll work closely with our academic language therapists and other content area teachers as part of an integrated team
- Dedication to your own growth through reflection, collaboration, and continuous learning
What you'll do:
- Design and deliver masterful lessons that reflect careful planning and deep understanding of your students' needs
- Provide daily, structured writing instruction and practice using our evidence-based approach
- Guide rich discussions and explorations of literature that develop critical thinking and deepen comprehension
- Build vocabulary knowledge through engaging, meaningful instruction connected to students' reading and writing
- Provide reading practice and fluency development that builds on the structured literacy work happening with our therapists
- Balance all the essential components of a language arts classroom—knowing what students need and when they need it
- Collaborate with academic language therapists and content area teachers to support each student's growth across disciplines
- Build genuine relationships with students and families, maintaining open communication about progress and celebrating growth
- Work closely with colleagues and administration as part of a team committed to each student's success
- Contribute to our culture of professionalism, inquiry, and shared excellence
About Rawson Saunders:
We are an internationally recognized specialized school serving students with dyslexia in grades 1 through 8. Our students receive specialized structured literacy instruction from trained academic language therapists, which allows our ELA teachers to focus on the broader landscape of language arts—writing, literature, vocabulary, critical thinking, and reading engagement. We believe excellent teaching requires excellent planning, and we provide the time and support to make that happen.
If you're ready to do some of the most meaningful teaching of your career, we'd love to hear from you.
3-5 years of experience is desired. Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Special Education experience desired.