6th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher

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Fort Worth STEAM Academy

6th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher

Fort Worth, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Who We Are

    Fort Worth STEAM Academy (FWSA) is launching a tuition-free public charter middle school in East Fort Worth, opening August 2026. Our mission is to prepare every student for success in high school, college, and career through a rigorous STEAM-focused education, a joyful culture of high expectations, and strong community partnerships. As a founding team member, you won't just take a job—you'll help build a safe, structured, joyful school where curiosity and excellence thrive.

    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, 2026

    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.