Goodwill Industries of Central Texas·Beaumont, Texas
The ESL Teacher is responsible for developing and executing vocational curriculum while employing student-centered instructional strategies to meet TEKS standards. They will assess student progress, maintain accurate records, and foster a positive classroom environment conducive to academic and character growth.
For more than six decades, Goodwill Central Texas has been relentlessly focused on empowering thousands of people to work. We transform revenue from over 37 retail locations into a combination of education, career training, job placement, career coaching and support, and more. Every time you shop or support Goodwill, you are helping fund our greater mission to serve our community. Goodwill’s vision extends far beyond our retail stores and your generous donations: We envision a Central Texas where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults opened in 2014 as an open-enrollment public charter high school for adults ages 18 to 50. The Excel Center Adult High School transforms lives in a supportive and holistic learning environment where all students are empowered to achieve.
For more information on the Goodwill Excel Center Adult High School, visit https://excelcenterhighschool.org [https://excelcenterhighschool.org/]
Commitment to Excellence
At The Excel Center, we are building a high-performing organization focused on transforming lives through the power of education and work and becoming the model of excellence for adult education across Texas. Our team members contribute to a culture grounded in our values of caring, innovation, and accountability and focused on strong graduate outcomes.
All team members demonstrate our standards through strong individual performance and a commitment to collective excellence.
The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults is a Texas public charter school district. Employees in TRS-eligible positions participate in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Eligible employees are required to contribute a portion of their salary to TRS retirement and TRS-Care through automatic payroll deductions. TRS is a defined-benefit retirement system, and employees generally become vested after earning five years of TRS service credit.
Candidates should consider these required retirement contributions when evaluating compensation and long-term employment with the district. Additional information about TRS eligibility, contributions, vesting, and retirement benefits is available through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
The ESL Teacher is responsible for implementing, developing, and executing instruction of the Goodwill Excel Center vocational curriculum. The ESL Teacher will employ a student-centered approach, effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students’ needs and approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include, but are not limited to direct instruction, one-to-one instruction, seminars, small group learning, self-paced lessons, blended learning and courses, and online learning tools. The ESL Teacher will work with the instructional team in meeting educational objectives and adhering to the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills (TEKS) standards.
Role and Responsibilities
Provide instruction to students in assigned ESL courses that ensures mastery of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
Develop and revise an approved curriculum that includes lesson plans, projects, and assessments that are aligned with the standards of The Excel Center and TEKS.
Assess student progress and learning needs to build and shape instruction around student needs.
Utilize attendance, grades, and assessment data to refine lessons and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
Implement a clear and consistent classroom management system that aligns to Instructional Team and Campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
Support all students in achieving academic success and character growth.
Provide tutorials for students to ensure mastery of material.
Document and maintain attendance, grades, and progress records according to District policy.
Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of students, including behavior management that is firm, fair, and consistent.
Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade/ability-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student on-boarding.
Attend and participate in all staff, team, and professional development meetings and activities.
Participate in all evaluations and self-studies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
Serve on curriculum, instructional, textbooks, and other committees as assigned.
Administer diagnostic placement tests, achievement tests, curriculum tests, and other tests as required by the Campus Director.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrate progress in meeting student performance targets of the district.
Demonstrate progress in meeting assigned action plans of the district or campus improvement plans.
Develop, use, and evaluate ideas and/or innovative approaches to improve performance.
Keep informed of and comply with policies of The Goodwill Excel Center, WSD, and TDCJ.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including, but not limited to, State Board of Education and local Board policy.
Follow all unit procedures in checking out materials, supplies, and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and/or student abuse of materials, supplies, or equipment.
Assist district and campus teams with outreach and engagement events throughout the school year.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
This position does not supervise any Excel Team Members. This position may supervise adult incarnated students in classroom settings, including assigned teacher aids.
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We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy and happy.
Recharge with our generous PTO policy, which includes vacation days, personal days, and company-wide holidays.
Teacher Retirement System & 403b Participation
We understand the importance of family. We offer a generous parental leave policy to support you during this significant life event.
We believe in continuous growth! Take advantage of our access to workshops and online courses & tuition/certification support.
Prioritize your well-being with our wellness initiatives, including gym memberships and free mental health support.
We celebrate our team members’ achievements with recognition awards.
Join a workplace that values diversity and inclusion, with regular team-building activities and events that foster a sense of belonging.
Goodwill Central Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a workplace where everyone feels included. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
Goodwill Excel Center is a public school and pre-employment background check and fingerprinting is required to ensure the applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the position. Additionally, positions that will be entering a campus located within a correctional facility are required to submit to pre-employment drug testing and receive a negative result as a condition of employment.
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a Texas Teaching Certification in ESL for high school grades. A proven record of increasing student achievement and proficiency with educational software and instructional trends is required.
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