High School Teacher/Head Swimming Coach

Job Title: High School Teacher / Head Swimming Coach

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal / Executive Director of Athletics

Pay Grade: Teacher Pay Scale / Coaching Stipend Schedule

Campus/Dept. Palmview High School

Date Initiated: May 2025

WHO WE ARE

La Joya Independent School District (LJISD) is committed to the success of every student and staff member. With a century-long tradition of excellence in the Rio Grande Valley, we are proud to serve over 22,000 students across more than 30 campuses. Our mission-Educational Excellence: The Right of Every Student-drives our work every day.

We are grounded in five district priorities:

• Customer Service
• Trust & Transparency
• High-Quality Instruction
• Excellence in Leadership
• Integrity & Accountability

We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining high-quality talent is essential to student success.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an energetic and experienced high school educator to serve as the Head Girls Track Coach and classroom teacher at Palmview High School. The successful candidate will be a role model for student-athletes, a leader in instruction, and an advocate for discipline, academic excellence, and athletic growth.

This dual-role educator-coach will:

• Deliver effective, student-centered classroom instruction aligned with La Joya ISD academic goals
• Develop and lead a competitive girls track and field program emphasizing discipline, conditioning, and skill development
• Uphold La Joya ISD's values of Integrity, Accountability, Leadership, High-Quality Instruction, and Service
• Inspire student-athletes to excel both on the track and in the classroom

WHY LA JOYA ISD

You will be joining a district that is building on a strong tradition of athletic and academic excellence while rapidly evolving to create innovative systems that elevate student outcomes through athletics. In this role, you will receive strategic, targeted support in your leadership journey and have access to high-quality, research-based professional development and resources. La Joya ISD is deeply committed to continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and fostering a culture of growth-for our students, staff, and athletic programs.

WHY PALMVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

Palmview High School offers a dynamic educational environment with a strong support system, experienced coaching staff, and a spirited athletic tradition. Girls athletics are an integral part of the campus culture, and the track program is a key pillar of that identity.

Benefits for staff at Palmview include:

• Comprehensive district instructional support
• Access to professional development and athletic resources
• A collaborative campus community focused on student achievement and character

Qualifications

Education/ Certification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (required)
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in any secondary content area (required)
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements (preferred for team transportation)
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification and completion of UIL-required safety trainings (must be current or obtained prior to start of coaching duties)

Experience:

• Prior teaching experience at the secondary level
• Coaching experience in track and field required; head coaching or lead coordinator experience preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of all track and field events, training cycles, and athlete safety
• Ability to design a program that develops athletes across multiple events and grade levels
• Knowledge of UIL rules, eligibility compliance, and athletic scheduling
• Demonstrated leadership and commitment to fostering a high-achieving athletic program aligned with La Joya ISD's Coaching Standards and Code of Ethics

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional - High School Teacher

• Plan and deliver TEKS-aligned instruction using La Joya ISD-approved resources (e.g., DMAC)
• Address the academic needs of all students, including ELLs, students with disabilities, and at-risk learners
• Collaborate with colleagues through PLCs and campus instructional planning
• Engage families in student academic and behavioral progress
• Promote college, career, and military readiness through daily instruction

Athletic - Head Girls Track Coach

• Lead the girls track and field program across all levels-varsity and sub-varsity
• Develop year-round training, strength, and conditioning programs aligned to district standards
• Plan and execute daily practices, meet strategies, and athlete development
• Assign roles to assistant coaches and ensure alignment with program expectations
• Oversee team travel, meet registration, equipment, and budget management
• Monitor academic eligibility through Skyward and support student-athlete progress
• Build a strong feeder pipeline through collaboration with middle school coaches
• Represent Palmview High School and La Joya ISD with professionalism, sportsmanship, and pride

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties as assigned by campus administration or athletic department
• Adhere to all La Joya ISD board policies, procedures, and administrative regulations

Compensation

• Teacher Salary: Based on the La Joya ISD Teacher Pay Scale, determined by verified years of experience and certifications
• Coaching Stipend: Annual stipend per the La Joya ISD Athletics Stipend Schedule (Head Coach - Girls Track)

Working Conditions

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to supervise athletic practices, demonstrate drills, and travel with student-athletes
• Physical stamina required for extended hours during game days, tournaments, and training periods

Work Environment:

• Classroom, gymnasium, and athletic facilities
• Evening and weekend duties expected, especially during basketball season
• Regular contact with students, parents, coaching staff, and community members

Note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require other responsibilities to be performed as necessary.

Position Working Days: 187