Social Studies Teacher
Acceleration Academies
Location
Odessa, Texas
Salary
$65,000 - $77,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
Deliver competency-based Social Studies instruction and personalized learning plans to help graduation candidates achieve academic success. Provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support while monitoring student progress and wellness.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's degree and a Texas 7-12 secondary certification in Social Studies with at least 2 years of teaching experience. Preference is given to candidates with a Master's degree, bilingual skills in Spanish, and experience with at-risk youth.
Job description
The Role As a Social Studies Content Coach, you will serve as the primary instructional resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), delivering competency-based content, supporting personalized learning, and guiding students toward graduation and post-secondary success. You’ll work with a collaborative team to provide academic, social-emotional, and career-oriented support that empowers each learner’s journey.
Key Responsibilities Enrollment Support new GC enrollment through recruitment and engagement efforts Assist with the development of Personalized Learning Plans for GCs Retention Serve as an advisor for assigned GCs by maintaining communication with learners and their support team Monitor attendance, academic progress, and overall wellness to ensure consistent engagement and achievement Academics Plan and deliver content-area instruction in both individual and small group settings Monitor GC academic progress toward course completion and mastery using formative and summative assessments Analyze and use academic data to inform instruction and improve outcomes Provide remediation and enrichment opportunities to address learning gaps and accelerate success Participate in professional development, data meetings, and school/community events Advocacy Collaborate with the GC support team to develop personalized learning pathways, transition strategies, and incentive plans Represent the academy in community events and contribute to academy-wide initiatives Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the academy’s mission What We’re Looking For Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Master's preferred Licensure: Texas 7-12 secondary certification in Social Studies (REQUIRED) Experience: 2+ years of teaching experience (high school preferred) Skills: Strong communication, time management, instructional planning, and collaboration skills Passion: A deep commitment to helping at-risk youth succeed academically and personally
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in non-traditional or at-risk youth settings Bilingual (Spanish preferred) Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and alternative education models Experience with competency-based learning, instructional coaching, or project-based education Strong comfort with educational technology tools and platforms Why Join Us? Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.
- We Value Our Team’s Well-being We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits: Competitive Compensation: $65,000-$77,000 Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.
- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
- Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.
- Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.
- Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.
- Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.
- Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.
Physical & Work Environment Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.
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- All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. Essential duties typically include:
- Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours
- On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)
- Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations
- Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.
Benefits
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- FSA
- 401(k) Plan
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Financial Wellness Programs
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Mental Health Resources
- Certification Reimbursement
- Performance-based Bonuses
- Employee Referral Incentives