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Marion ISD - Secondary Core Content Teacher/Assistant Football and Basketball Coach

Job Details

Region: 20
School District/Employer: Marion ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus
Position: Teacher
Assignment Level: Level
  • High School
Area
  • Athletics
Core Subjects
  • Language Arts/Reading
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
Job Title: Secondary Core Content Teacher/Assistant Football and Basketball Coach
School: Marion High School
Campus Description: Small campuses of 300+. District has 1,540 students.
Date Posted: 3/27/2026
Deadline: 2026-08-01
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Primary Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area
assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Enable
students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
1. Develop and implement lesson plans (to include activities through distance or virtual learning when
necessary) that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of
preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual
student differences.
2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and
technology (to include resources for distance or virtual learning when necessary) that reflect
understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according
to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

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3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education
students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).Work with other
members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district
requirements.
5. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
6. Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of
student athletes in the sport assigned.
7. Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in
athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.

Student Growth and Development
8. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
9. Assume responsibility for sports and student athletes as assigned.
10. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Program Management
11. Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a
regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student
performance of sport.
12. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
13. Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including practices,
special events, and tournaments.
14. Coordinate with transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town events. Drive bus to
transport student to out-of-district competitions.
15. Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
16. Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
17. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on
findings.

Classroom and Student Management
18. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and
emotional development of students.
19. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

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20. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
21. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
22. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
23. Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home
and on out-of-town trips.
24. Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for
scholarships and recruiting practices.
25. Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off
school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
26. Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic
participation.

Communication
27. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students,
colleagues, and community members.

Administration
28. Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
29. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
30. Initiate and approve purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district
policies.
31. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain a
current inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within program.

Professional Growth and Development
32. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
33. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
34. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).
Assign and oversee completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals,
and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate school bus
Posture: Frequent walking Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; frequent driving;
moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching
Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds; may lift and move text books and classroom
equipment Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44
pounds)
Environment: Teaching - work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise. Coaching - work outside
(exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to noise; frequent
districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; moderate exposure to vehicle fumes
and work around moving vehicles
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license (or ability to obtain) with Passenger (P) and School
Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
One year student teaching or approved internship
Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule
Coaching Stipend(s)
Benefits: District pays a majority of the cost of the lowest plan, employee only, health insurance. Reasonable benefit plans are offered.
How To Apply: Go to www.marionisd.net under the department/human resources tabs click on careers to go to the online application system and fill out an application.

Contact Person:

Name: Angelia Watson
Email: awatson@marionisd.net
Address: PO Box 189
City: Marion
State: TX
Zip: 78124
Phone: (830) 914-1088
Fax: (830) 420-3268