Great Hearts Academies·Irving, Texas
Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts classical curriculum while fostering an orderly and joyful classroom environment. Provide academic support to students and maintain clear, professional communication with families to build strong home-school partnerships.
High School English and History Teacher Location: Great Hearts Arlington Upper School (6701 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001) Reports To: Headmaster FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt 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. Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts
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 Humane Letters at Great Hearts: The Humane Letters courses are central to the academies' classical liberal arts curricula: Two-hour seminar style courses focusing on great works of literature, history, and philosophy from the Western Tradition. Strong and deliberate focus on primary sources. Socratic approach and seminar style discussions in the classrooms. Our academies offer the following courses as a part of their curricula: Humane Letters I (focused on American studies with a strong history component - 9th grade) Humane Letters II (focused on European studies with a strong history component - 10th grade) Humane Letters III (focused on Ancient Greek/Roman studies with a strong philosophy component - 11th grade) Humane Letters IV (a capstone course surveying the Western tradition with a strong philosophy component - 12th grade)
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 is 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 for this lead teaching role. Candidates must possess US work authorization and successfully complete a criminal history background check.
Market context
In Texas, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are often driven by steady demand for qualified educators who can meet licensing and safety requirements. This role is competitive because employers look for a CDA for infants/toddlers or an early childhood-related associate or bachelor’s degree, plus a positive, energetic approach and clean background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your credential matches the age group before applying.