CISD is Now Hiring a Middle School ELA Teacher
Middle School English Language Arts & Reading (ELAR) Teacher
Comstock Independent School District | Home of the Panthers
101 Sanderson St., Comstock, TX 78837 | (432) 292-4444
Position: Middle School ELAR Teacher (Grades 6–8)
Reports to: Campus Principal
Start date: [Immediately / January 2027 / 2027–2028 school year]
Contract: [187]-day teacher contract
Salary: According to the Comstock ISD teacher salary schedule, [starting at $35,148], plus any applicable stipends
Benefits: $500/mo. paid towards TRS health insurance, Teacher housing $100 a month + electric available,
Posting closes: Until filled
About Comstock ISD
Comstock ISD is a small, close-knit rural district in Val Verde County. Small classes let teachers know every student by name and make a real difference in their lives. We are looking for a dedicated reading and writing teacher to join our Panther family and help our middle schoolers grow as confident readers, writers and thinkers.
What you’ll do
• Plan and teach engaging lessons aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for English Language Arts and Reading in grades 6–8.
• Prepare students for success on the STAAR Reading Language Arts assessment, including constructed and extended responses.
• Use assessment data to plan instruction, track student progress and provide intervention and enrichment.
• Differentiate instruction for all learners, including emergent bilingual students, students with dyslexia and students receiving special education or Section 504 services.
• Set up clear classroom routines and keep a positive, well-organized learning environment.
• Keep the gradebook and lesson plans current, following campus guidelines.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, including through Parent Square.
• Work with colleagues in team planning, professional development and campus activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• A valid Texas teaching certificate in English Language Arts and Reading (Grades 4–8 or 7–12), or eligibility to obtain one
• ESL certified (Preferred) or willing to become ESL certified
• Strong knowledge of reading and writing instruction for adolescents
• Good organization, classroom management and communication skills
Preferred
• ESL Supplemental certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience teaching middle school ELAR and preparing students for STAAR
• Willingness to sponsor a club or activity, or to coach
Why Comstock ISD?
• Small class sizes and a supportive, family-like campus
• A mentor teacher for staff new to the district
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) membership and health insurance through TRS-Active Care
• [Housing assistance / possible relocation stipend / other benefits, if offered]
How to apply
Submit the following to Mrs. Valerie Yeschke at vyeschke@comstockisd.net, or mail them to Comstock ISD, PO Box 905, Comstock, TX 78837-0905:
1. A completed Comstock ISD employment application [link]
2. A cover letter and résumé
3. A copy of your Texas teaching certificate (or proof that you are eligible for one)
4. Three professional references
5. College transcripts (unofficial copies are fine to apply)
Questions? Call (432) 292-4444. The office is open Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Employment depends on a satisfactory criminal history background check and fingerprinting, as required by Texas law.
Comstock ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices.