Middle School Writing Teacher (27-28 School Year)

### **Who We Are** Fort Worth STEAM Academy (FWSA) is a tuition-free public charter middle school in East Fort Worth. 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:** 61K **Schedule:** Full-time, school calendar **Anticipated Start Date:** July, 2027 ### **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.