Great Hearts Academies·Live Oak, Texas
The teacher is responsible for delivering the Great Hearts curriculum to second-grade students while maintaining an orderly and joyful classroom environment. They must monitor student progress, partner with leadership for behavioral needs, and foster strong partnerships with families.
Second Grade Teacher Location: Great Hearts Live Oaks Lower School Reports To: Headmaster FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt, Salary
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally. K-5 Lead teaching role: As a Homeroom Teacher you provide a welcoming and nurturing classroom that guides students to build a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning. Curricular elements include Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, as well as rich content in History, Science, and Literature. As a Homeroom Teacher you enjoy the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom. Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost Texas Teacher Retirement System Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities Roles and Responsibilities: Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner. Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment. Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships. Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching. Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role Certification is not required for general education All majors are welcome US Work Authorization required Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A Bachelor's degree or higher is required, though teaching certification is not mandatory for general education. Candidates must have US work authorization and pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
Market context
Texas elementary schools regularly seek second-grade teachers, and competition can be stronger in districts that value classroom experience, strong literacy instruction, and student support skills. This role may be especially competitive where schools require extensive vetting, including criminal record checks, and a CV submitted through the Nord Anglia Education careers page. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; review the posting carefully and prepare a CV that clearly shows grade-level teaching experience and readiness for background screening.