Overview
FT K-8 Teacher Jobs in Southlake, TX at ParagonED
Title: FT K-8 Teacher
Company: ParagonED
Location: Southlake, TX
K-8 & HS InterlacED (Hybrid) Teacher
Locations: Frisco, TX & Southlake, TX (In-Person Required)
Are you a teacher who loves doing the one thing that makes your soul sing—TEACH?
ParagonED is not your traditional school. We’re a hybrid, entrepreneurial microschool where students experience:
- Core academic mastery (ELA, Math, Science, History)
- Career exploration and business development
- Coding, culinary arts, music, service projects, and enrichment partnerships
- Flexible seating and hands-on learning
- Kingdom Values integrated into daily instruction
If you want to teach creatively, lead boldly, and help build something meaningful with a team that jumps in wherever needed—you’re in the right place.
Founder’s NoteTeaching is your superpower—and here, you get to use it fully. ParagonED is a small, growing school where everyone pitches in at all campuses as we continue our launch. Eventually, you may have a home base, but for the 26–27 school year, teamwork means helping wherever you’re needed. If you thrive in a startup-style environment and love seeing the direct impact of your work, this is the place for you.Position Overview
The InterlacED Teacher delivers instruction in both in-person and digital learning environments. This role interlaces:
- Core academics
- Career-readiness
- Critical life skills
- Kingdom Values
Teachers are responsible for implementing and monitoring the InterlacED curriculum while developing engaging, data-informed lessons and interventions.
Multi-campus expectation: Teachers must be willing to serve students at both our Frisco and Southlake campuses based on enrollment needs and scheduling. You will only be at one campus per day, coordinated in advance.
Instructional Schedule & Work Week
- K–5 Onsite: Mon, Tue, Thur – 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- 6–8 Onsite: Mon, Tue, Thur – 12:30 PM–3:30 PM
- HS Onsite: Mon, Tue, Thur – 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 12:30–3:30 PM depending on enrollment needs
- Prep, grading, lesson planning, and tutoring: Wednesday and Friday (paid planning days—no unpaid work at home)
Average class size is ~12 students, with occasional small subgroups added based on need.
Essential Responsibilities
- Deliver interactive, high-quality hybrid instruction
- Provide career exposure with emphasis on Business & Entrepreneurship
- Develop lesson plans aligned to standards and digital platform integration
- Use data-driven decision-making for interventions and enrichment
- Provide timely grading and meaningful feedback
- Maintain consistent on-site instructional hours
- Support parents with curricular and behavioral guidance
- Conduct student and parent conferences
- Participate in staff development and collaboration
- Help build enrichment and entrepreneurship programming
- Contribute to campus growth and culture
- Follow leadership structure and collaborate effectively
Startup mentality: We are small, growing, and collaborative. You’ll often jump in to support other teachers, campus initiatives, or student projects—no “that’s not my job” mindset here.
Compensation & BenefitsCompensation Structure
- School-year, hourly W-2 position
- Paid for on-site instructional hours, required meetings, parent conferences, and approved planning/tutoring days
- Optional summer employment for additional pay
Hourly rate: Competitive and commensurate with experience, certification, and leadership responsibilities
Performance-Based Incentives
Eligible for bonuses tied to:
- Student retention and engagement
- Campus enrollment growth
- Academic and program excellence
- Leadership in student entrepreneurship initiatives
We believe those who help build should share in success.
Retirement & Benefits
- Eligible for SEP retirement plan (after plan requirements)
- Health insurance available (employee-paid, reflecting the size of our school)
- Optional professional development opportunities
Travel & Campus Flexibility
- Teachers may work at either campus based on enrollment
- Only one campus per day
- Toll reimbursement available
Growth & Leadership Opportunities
- Lead Teacher roles
- Program or Grade-Level Coordinators
- Campus Leadership
- Future partnership opportunities
We promote from within wherever possible—if you help us grow, there’s a pathway for you.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Texas teaching certification preferred (EC–6, 4–8, or Secondary preferred) – Key needs: HS ENG and K-2 Literacy
- 3+ years teaching experience preferred, with comfort teaching multiple grades and subjects across core and enrichment areas
- Experience with hybrid or nontraditional models a plus
- Strong ELA and Mathematics background required
Skills & Characteristics
- Entrepreneurial mindset and self-motivated
- Strong classroom management in flexible environments
- Comfort with educational technology
- Strong communication with parents
- Alignment with ParagonED’s Kingdom Values
- Willingness to serve at both campuses
Physical & Work Environment
Moderate noise environment. Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, and actively engage in classroom instruction.
Why Work at ParagonED?
- Autonomy & Creativity: Design lessons and experiences beyond traditional curricula
- Small Class Sizes: Meaningful impact with every student
- Entrepreneurial Culture: Lead enrichment, business labs, and innovation initiatives
- Professional Growth: Pathways to leadership and campus-level influence
- Work-Life Balance: Paid planning and tutoring days, no unpaid prep at home
- Earn PTO: Paid planning/tutoring days, flexible summer options, and accrual of PTO for time off
- Mission-Driven Community: Join a team building a school that aligns with Kingdom Values
- Startup Energy: Fun, fast-paced, and collaborative—no two days are the same
Candidate FAQs
Q: What are the guaranteed hours?
A: Minimum 28 hours/week during instructional months, up to 32–35 hours/week depending on role and schedule. Hourly pay varies depending on scheduled instructional hours, student enrollment, and optional opportunities. Full-time hours approximate 28–37.5 hours/week during the school year, with paid planning/tutoring days included.
Q: What is the pay?
A: Hourly rate is competitive and depends on experience, certification, and leadership responsibilities. For reference, full-time teachers working the standard school-year schedule (28–37.5 hours/week, Sept–May) typically earn $32–$42/hour, with additional opportunities for performance-based bonuses and optional summer work. Total pay will vary depending on scheduled hours and enrollment.
Q: Are there benefits?
A: Health insurance is available (employee-paid). Teachers are also eligible to participate in our SEP retirement plan.
Q: What is the average class size?
A: ~12 students per class, with occasional small subgroups added based on need.
Q: What is the instructional schedule?
A:
- K–5: M/T/Th, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- 6–8: M/T/Th, 12:30–3:30 PM
- HS: M/T/Th, schedule depends on enrollment
- Prep/lesson planning/tutoring: Wed & Fri (paid workdays)
Q: Do I have to travel between campuses?
A: Teachers will work at Frisco and Southlake based on need, but only one campus per day. Toll reimbursement is available.
Q: Is summer work required?
A: No. Optional summer opportunities are available for extra pay.
