Future 2 Teacher - ES/MS at Houston ISD, Houston, TX

Future 2 Teacher - ES/MS at Houston ISD in Houston, TX. Est. up to $60k. Apply with swipeandhired.

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Job Description

The Future 2 Teacher plays a critical role in guiding students through innovative, experience-based learning designed to accelerate academic growth, develop durable life skills, and increase student engagement. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction while serving as a coach and motivator for students in grades 3–8. The Future 2 Teacher supports a non-traditional learning model that blends rigorous academics, adaptive and AI-supported learning, and real-world experiences to prepare students for long-term success. The Future 2 Teacher collaborates closely with administrators, learning coaches, apprentices, families, and community partners to ensure students feel known, challenged, and supported while meeting academic and experiential promotion requirements.

Future 2 Teacher – ES/MS - Responsibilities

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Responsibilities

Future 2 Teacher – ES/MS - Skills

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Job Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required. Valid Texas Teacher Certification preferred or active enrollment in a certification program.

WORK EXPERIENCE

0–5 years of teaching experience preferred. Experience coaching, mentoring, or motivating students strongly preferred. Experience guiding students through structured activities to achieve predetermined goals.

TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Valid Texas Teacher Certification preferred or active enrollment in a certification program.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervisory responsibilities. May provide guidance, modeling, or instructional support to apprentices or peers.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work requires frequent independent judgment in instructional design, motivation strategies, and student support decisions. General supervision is provided, with high expectations for autonomy, professionalism, and instructional effectiveness. High personal standards and ability to hold students to excellence. Strong classroom presence, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building skills. Flexibility and adaptability within a non-traditional instructional model.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

None.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Position requires identifying instructional and motivational challenges and implementing appropriate strategies to support student success. Solutions are typically developed collaboratively and refined through feedback and data review.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions directly impact student engagement, learning outcomes, and promotion readiness. Errors are generally identifiable and correctable through collaboration and coaching.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Regular interaction with students, families, instructional staff, administrators, and community partners. Communication focuses on instructional clarity, motivation, collaboration, and alignment with Future 2 program expectations.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Builds and maintains strong relationships with students and families. Acts as a trusted guide in supporting student growth, decision-making, and goal attainment.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a school-based environment, including extended hours and occasional work outside the standard school day. Ability to lift and/or carry less than 15 pounds.