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Location: Hattie Mae White
Department: Virtual Launchpad
Area:District Wide
Contract Months:10
Salary Range: $64,000.00 - $89,500.00
Academic Year: 26-27
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide high-quality virtual instruction in English II aligned to Texas TEKS and STAAR EOC standards within the HISD Virtual Launchpad program. Design and deliver rigorous synchronous and asynchronous instruction that supports student mastery of reading comprehension, analytical writing, literary analysis, and critical thinking skills. Monitor student engagement and academic progress, provide timely and actionable feedback, and collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional fidelity, compliance with district and TEA requirements, and measurable academic growth in a structured virtual learning environment.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
List most important duties first
1. Deliver rigorous English II instruction aligned to TEKS and STAAR EOC standards in a blended virtual model (synchronous and asynchronous).
2. Design and adapt curriculum for virtual delivery, including digital learning modules, assessments, and performance tasks.
3. Provide live virtual instruction according to program schedule.
4. Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs, including students receiving accommodations and modifications.
5. Monitor student attendance, engagement, and academic progress.
6. Provide weekly tutorials, office hours, and targeted interventions.
7. Support students in preparation for English II STAAR EOC assessment.
8. Collaborate with graduation coaches and counselors to support student success.
9. Analyze student performance data to inform instructional adjustments.
10. Maintain documentation for ADA and compliance requirements.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED
11. Participate in progress monitoring cycles and grading reviews.
12. Ensure instructional practices align with district and TEA policies.
13. Collaborate with the leadership and instructional team.
14. Participate in virtual PLCs and data meetings.
15. Communicate consistently with families regarding student progress.
16. Support onboarding and orientation of students to the virtual platform.
17. Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
TYPE OF SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Software
HTML
Microsoft Office
Chancery
Certifications/Licensure
Teacher Certification
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 1-No supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing directions on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities.
BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget development activity is required.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree optional
Experience
1 to 3 years
Other Requirements
PROBLEM SOLVING
Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
Decisions have moderate impact to the facility/department or division, causing increased satisfaction or dissatisfaction; producing efficiencies or delays; promoting or inhibiting personal intellectual or professional development; and/or contributing to financial gain or expense. Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check, causing losses such as improper cost calculations, overpayment or improper utilization of labor, materials, or equipment. Effects are usually confined to the organization itself and is short term.
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Takes routine or required customer actions to meet customer needs. Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up. May handle escalated issues passed on from coworkers or subordinates.
WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.