3-5 Teacher

3-5 Teacher Prelude Prep – San Antonio, TX About Prelude Prep Prelude Prep is a public charter school on the Southside of San Antonio. We're a close-knit community committed to helping every child succeed. Our classrooms are places where students work hard, think critically, and also have time to play, explore, and just be kids. We hold high expectations for our students and ourselves. At the same time, we believe learning should be joyful, and that strong relationships are the key to lasting growth. Why Join Our Team? • Small class sizes so you can build meaningful connections with students • Weekly coaching and planning time to support your professional growth • A collaborative culture where teachers share ideas and celebrate wins together • A chance to be part of a mission-driven school that believes all kids can achieve Who We're Looking For We're looking for teachers who bring experience and a passion for helping students succeed. If you have a background in guiding children to meet ambitious goals—or if you're newer to the classroom but can show evidence of your impact through student work or recommendations—we'd love to learn more about you. We especially value educators who: • Believe every child can excel when held to high expectations • Know that play, creativity, and exploration are essential to learning • Enjoy working as part of a supportive team • Are flexible, reflective, and open to new ideas • Have strong classroom management and communication skills What You'll Do In this role, you will: • Implement lesson plans aligned with our curriculum and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) • Deliver engaging instruction across core subjects • Use your experience to find strategies that help students grow • Analyze student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual needs • Create a positive, structured classroom environment where students feel respected and motivated • Balance rigorous academics with opportunities for play and exploration • Collaborate with colleagues and special education staff to support all learners • Communicate regularly with families about student progress • Participate in professional development, coaching, and school events Qualifications • Bachelor's degree (required) • Texas teaching certificate (preferred but not required) • At least one year of successful teaching experience is strongly preferred • We prioritize candidates who can show evidence of student success (for example, achievement data, portfolios, or recommendation letters) • Commitment to ongoing professional growth Benefits • Competitive salary based on experience and demonstrated results • Sign-on bonuses and stipends are available for teachers who can show a track record of student success • For experienced teachers: student achievement data or other evidence • For new teachers: portfolios, student work samples, or strong recommendations • Comprehensive health insurance options • Retirement plan participation • Weekly coaching and professional development • A supportive, collaborative staff Start Date 2025–2026 school year Our Core Values At Prelude Prep, we model and teach: • Excellence • Determination • Respect Equal Opportunity We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Prelude Preparatory Public School does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other protected status. Interested in joining our team? We'd love to hear from you. Please include your resume and any examples that show your impact in the classroom, whether that's student growth data, a portfolio, or a letter of recommendation. Questions? Feel free to reach out—we're happy to connect.