26-27 Tech Teach Across Texas Teacher Candidate

Job Description

POSITION: 26-27TechTeach Across TexasTeacher Candidate

Earn your Bachelor of Science Degree and Teacher Certification in One Year!

REPORTS TO:Texas Tech University Site Coordinator

POSITION TYPE: 10-month (candidates expected to work during the summer)

START DATE: August 3, 2026

COMPENSATION: $25,000 + additional incentives

At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture. 

Some quick stats about us:

• 24,700 Students
• 2,400 Team Members
• 15 Secondary Campuses
• 10 Elementary Campuses
• 92% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
• 96% Hispanic & African-American Students
• 90% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
• 88% First-Generation College Students
• Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report

We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options  within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population. We are a rapidly growing organization, committed to creating life-changing opportunities for over 23,000 students by 2025.

THE ROLE

As aTeacher Candidate, some of the work and responsibilities will include:

• Attending Orientation to the TechTeach Across Texas program and Introduction to Teaching courses during the Texas Tech University Summer I term;
• Attending study days as scheduled to prepare for teacher certification exams;
• Attending and participating in field placement, student teaching, and in Texas Tech University online and face-to-face meetings;
• Maintaining professional relationships with mentor teachers, campus administrators, staff, and students, including verbal interactions, conduct in the classroom, and follow-through on responsibilities at the field site and in Texas Tech University online and face-to-face meetings with instructors and peers;
• Meeting all professionalism expectations established by Tech Teach Across Texas;
• Co-teaching during student teaching field placement in a manner consistent with the Teacher Candidate’s progression through the teacher education program;
• Completing requirements for Apply & Evaluate (A&E) assignments and Performance Assessment Cycles including the use of a video-capture device and SWIVL technology;
• Meeting test prep and certification exam benchmarks and deadlines for CORE, Science of Teaching Reading (EC-6 candidates), edTPA, and supplemental exams;
• Purchasing and utilizing online resources designated by the program;
• Studying and completing Site Coordinator designated modules, activities, performance checks, and progress monitoring assignments;
• Implementing professional behavior related to appropriate use of technology including but not limited to cell phone and computer;
• Dressing professionally in accordance with TechTeach Across Texas guidelines;
• Adhering to the district calendar pertaining to Professional Development dates, holidays, and early dismissals;
• Maintaining prompt, consistent, and reliable attendance in the field placement, beginning prior to the start of the school day, and ending after the dismissal of students at the end of the school day;
• Participating in all in-service trainings at the beginning of the academic year and throughout the school year;
• Participating in faculty, staff, grade level, parent teacher conferences, other meetings (ARD,LPAC, RTI) as required, and school-wide events (Reading/Writing and Math/Science nights);
• Implementing feedback provided to grow in instructional competency;
• Participating in weekly co-planning meetings with thementor teacher and/or campus leadership;
• Providing student support in the classroom to impact student achievement;
• Completing all Tech Teach Across Texas program documentation as required;
• Additional duties as assigned.

THE PERSON

We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, and resilience. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:

THE MUST HAVES

• Completed an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree, or a completed Associate of Arts/Science degree plus the Associate of Arts in Teaching required coursework
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• 66 Transferable hours
• Meet the foreign language requirement
• Apply and be accepted to Texas Tech University as a transfer student
• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
• A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional

THE MUST HAVE BELIEFS 

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools 
• Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education 
• Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos 
• Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results 
• Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth 

THE PERKS

• Compensation – This position is a non-exempt position; Cohort participants will be compensated $25,000 plus additional incentives to supplement tuition and meet certification expectations.

• Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.

• Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.

• Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.

• Nationally Recognized Educator Prep Program–Since its inception in 2014, Tech Teach Across Texas (TTAT) has supported 1,200 Teacher Candidates(TCs) in achieving their dreams of becoming a Texas teacher through partnerships with districts across the state of Texas. The 2+1 accelerated program model which includes online classes through Texas Tech University and a year-long clinical placement is nationally recognized for growing highly effective teachers.

• Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Workin 2018, 2019, and 2021. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education   and were a 2016 finalist as well.

YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.