Summary
Snyder High School is seeking a passionate and dedicated English teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while fostering a love for literature and language. This full-time position requires a commitment to creating an engaging and inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learning needs and promotes academic excellence.

Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive English curriculum aligned with state standards and school objectives.
- Create lesson plans that encourage student participation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
- Assess and evaluate student progress through assignments, projects, and exams, providing timely feedback to students and parents.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that respects and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
- Utilize a variety of teaching methods and technologies to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Collaborate with fellow educators and staff to support school-wide initiatives and programs.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and administration regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Supervise and support extracurricular activities related to English, such as literary clubs, writing workshops, or drama productions.
- Uphold school policies and contribute to a safe and respectful learning environment.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Valid state teaching certification in English for grades 9-12.
- Proven experience teaching English at the high school level, with a strong understanding of curriculum development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in using technology and digital resources to enhance teaching and learning.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.
- Passion for literature and the ability to inspire students to appreciate and engage with diverse texts.

Competitive Pay + Work-Life Balance

Hybrid Calendar - providing 11 additional paid days to 10-month employees over a traditional school calendar; 12-month employees get Fridays off in the summer
NEW Teacher Pay Scale: $44,000-$80,100
Additional Earning Possibilities: Academic, leadership, performing arts, special education, sponsor, UIL, and athletic stipends.
Teacher Incentive Allotment participating district
Free Pre-K for staff kids
Comfortable Dress Code

Read the press release to learn more about why the SISD Board of Trustees approved this impressive pay scale adjustment for the 2025-2026 school year!

Additional Benefits

$5,100 annually paid toward medical policy
Retention Incentive: All full-time staff are eligible for an additional 401(a) contribution for each 5 years of service: $500 at 5 years, up to $3,000 at 30 years.
401 (a) retirement contribution matching: 100% match up to 5% of your salary, vested after 5 years.
$50,000 life insurance policy
Learn more here.

Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities

Mentor program
Tiered Professional Development programs according to needs and experience
Up to $10,000 reimbursement for a Master's Degree to become a Diagnostician (commitment required)
Principal residency programs (dependent on grant availability)

What is a Hybrid Calendar?

At Snyder ISD, we want to surround our students with the best. To recruit and retain top-tier staff, the Board of Trustees voted to adopt a HYBRID calendar beginning in 20023. Due to the overwhelming popularity of the calendar, the Board of Trustees has repeatedly voted for it to continue. View the calendar here: http://www.snyderisd.net/calendar

The calendar was designed with input from parents, students, staff, and the community to account for attendance, maximize school time, and improve school/work-life balance.

“A gift!”

“I know as a mom of three, I have thoroughly enjoyed having these extra Fridays off and not having to take days for simple things like dentist appointments, orthodontist appointments, eye doctors, etc. There was even one Friday morning we had off that I was getting to spend at home with my young child, and I remember thinking that it felt like a GIFT. I felt like Snyder ISD GIFTED me with that time with my child that I wouldn’t otherwise have...It’s icing on the cake for me wanting to stay here throughout the rest of my career!”

“Helped with burnout...”

“I have really enjoyed the calendar with the additional days off. This has personally helped with burnout, especially during the harder/longer parts of the school year.”

Why Snyder, Texas?

Snyder is a city with about 12,000 residents located in friendly West Texas.

Beautiful city parks, running and biking trails, 2 golf courses, and a pool with a splash pad
Restaurants, gyms, grocery and big box stores, and charming boutique shopping
Local hospital system and clinic
Bowling alley & skating rink
Community theatre & festivals
Western Texas College
Hunting and fishing
West Texas sunsets
Cost of living 11% below the national average
3 1/2 hours to Fort Worth
About an hour to Lubbock, Abilene, or Midland

What's it like to live in Snyder?

This video will take you around town and in our schools to get a glimpse at life in Snyder, Texas. For more information on careers at Snyder ISD, let's connect! Call 325-574-8900, email hr@snyderisd.net. You can also view the Community Profile for more information.

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