Secondary Teacher (2026-2027) (Certified) (San Marcos, TX)

At BRAINATION we view education as a transformative journey unique to each student. Our approach nurtures personal growth, fosters a sense of belonging, and cultivates joy in learning. Through our inquiry-based model and emphasis on self-reflection, we guide students to develop critical skills such as resilience, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. This journey is not about reaching a standardized endpoint, but about continuous growth and discovery, preparing students to navigate lifes challenges and become lifelong learners who contribute positively to their communities.

Our campus, San Marcos Impact High School, is located within a juvenile detention center located in San Marcos, Texas. We are looking for a student-centered Teacher to lead in the spirit of our mission to increase the capacity for learning by inspiring every student to belong, find joy, and be great. Our learning environment engages students in constructing understanding through asking questions, exploring, researching, and reflecting. We focus on strong academics, teach tolerance, value diversity, support justice, and strive daily to fulfill our mission.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree required
• Valid Texas Teacher certification required
• Open to new ideas in teaching methods
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong instructional technology skills
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Must have a satisfactory outcome of the fingerprinting check before starting employment. Fingerprinting requires a non-refundable fee paid by the employee.

Experienced classroom teachers with at least 3 years of experience are eligible for an increase through the Teacher Retention Allotment (TRA) of at least $4,000.

We are a Teacher Retirement System (TRS) employer.