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Laredo, TX
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3 days ago
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS - SAN ANTONIO Job Title: Social Studies Teacher
Reports To: Campus Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule: Full Time, 187 Days Funding Source: Regular Location: 735 Fredericksburg Rd. San Antonio, TX 78201
Our Mission
Triumph Public High Schools provides quality educational programs in a community-based, non-traditional setting where teachers are encouraged to be creative and innovative, and students are empowered to explore their full potential.
About Us
Triumph Public High Schools is a Texas-based, tuition-free, public charter high school with 9 schools operating in the State of Texas. Founded in 1990 by Mr. Eduardo Gutierrez and operating as The Student Alternatives Program, we rebranded in 2019 to Triumph Public High Schools. We specialize in serving high school students who are placed at-risk in completing their high school education. We believe that every student can and will succeed and we are there to help them every step of the way. When you start here, you triumph here!
Position Overview
Triumph Public High Schools is seeking a dynamic, dedicated and passionate individual with a heart to serve and educate at-risk youth and young adults. As a Social Studies Teacher at Triumph Public High Schools, you will deliver engaging, standards-based instruction that helps students build academic skills, stay on track for graduation, and reach their full potential in your content area.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality instruction aligned to TEKS and charter curriculum in the assigned subject area
Design and implement lesson plans that support diverse learning styles and student needs
Monitor, assess, and document student academic progress and attendance
Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that supports student learning and behavior
Collaborate with campus staff, families, and special programs teams to support student success
This position may occasionally require work on Saturdays, during the summer, or travel within the State of Texas.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated competency in the assigned subject area through one of the following:
Academic major or graduate degree in the subject area
At least 15 college credit hours in the subject area
Passing score on the TExES or ExCET in the subject area
One full year of high school-level teaching in the subject
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Ability to pass pre-employment fingerprinting and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Valid Texas teaching certificate (9-12) in the subject area or core content
Classroom teaching experience in a public or private school setting, especially at the high school level
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Compensation
Annual Salary Range: Uncertified: $42,000 - $58,000 / Certified: $47,250 - $63,250 (based on a 187-day work schedule)
Salary placement is based on education, experience, and credentials
Salary is prorated from the effective date of hire
(Equivalent to approximately [Uncertified: $224.60 - $310.16 / Certified: $252.67 - $335.56] per workday, depending on placement.)
Benefits
Up to 82% employer-paid employee health insurance (for Employee Only coverage)
Vision, dental, and life insurance options
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
Paid time off for full-time staff
$20,000 life insurance for each employee
Time Off in alignment with the academic calendar
Opportunities for career advancement
Employee Wellness and Recognition Programs
Application Information
Not all applicants will be interviewed. Selected candidates will be required to complete an online application prior to the interview process.
Triumph Public High Schools is an Equal Opportunity, Drug-Free Workplace Employer.