Description

At BRAINATION we view education as a transformative journey unique to each student. Our approach nurtures personal growth, fosters a sense of belonging, and cultivates joy in learning. Through our inquiry-based model and emphasis on self-reflection, we guide students to develop critical skills such as resilience, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. This journey is not about reaching a standardized endpoint, but about continuous growth and discovery, preparing students to navigate life's challenges and become lifelong learners who contribute positively to their communities.

Our campus, Rockdale Impact High School, is within a juvenile detention center located in Rockdale, Texas. Students often have interrupted schooling and benefit from structure, accountability, and goal-setting support. We foster a respectful environment that promotes responsibility, decision-making, and academic progress.

We are looking for student-centered Teachers to lead in the spirit of our mission to increase the capacity for learning by inspiring every student to belong, find joy, and be great. Our learning environment engages students in the construction of understanding through asking questions, exploring, researching, and reflecting. We focus on helping students develop coping skills, self-advocacy, and confidence while supporting their academic growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong instructional technology skills
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Must have satisfactory outcome of the fingerprinting check before starting employment. Non-refundable fee paid by the employee.

Summary

• Per HB 2, experienced classroom teachers with at least 3 years of experience are eligible for an increase through the Teacher Retention Allotment (TRA) of at least $4,000.
• We are a Teacher Retirement System (TRS) employer.