Longview ISD offers $10K stipend for ‘highly effective' elementary teachers
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK)– Longview ISD seeks educators to join the transformation at Bailey Elementary School, offering a $10,000 stipend.
'Bailey Elementary is at a pivotal moment, and we are looking for passionate educators who want to make a meaningful impact,' Principal at Bailey Elementary Dr. Derrick Estes said.
New hires who are recognized, exemplary or master educators can earn up to $32,000 in incentive pay. This pay is based on student growth and student evaluation scores through the Teacher's Incentive Allotment. The stipend will be paid in two parts: half in December and half in May.
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Longview ISD is also hosting a career fair, which will take place at Hudson PEP Elementary on March 29. The fair will last from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will offer on-the-spot interviews for a variety of positions. Bailey Elementary, Special Education (SPED) and Bilingual teachers will be the primary focus of the interviews. Childcare will also be provided for the attendees.
'With competitive pay, career advancement opportunities and professional development, we are committed to providing the tools teachers need to succeed and, most importantly, to ensure student success,' Estes said.
Anyone interested in applying can visit the career page on their website.
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