High School Football/ 2nd sport open- English Teaching

Tarkington Independent School District is seeking a motivated and student-centered professional to serve as a High School Football Coach and English Teacher. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, relationship-building skills, and a commitment to developing student-athletes both academically and athletically. Coaching responsibilities will be assigned based on experience and program needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach High School English courses in alignment with Texas TEKS standards
• Assist with all aspects of the high school football program, including offseason, strength and conditioning, practice organization, scouting, and game preparation
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and community members
• Support the overall athletic program and campus culture
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement, character, and accountability
• Participate in UIL and district-required professional responsibilities

Qualifications

• Valid Texas Teaching Certification or ability to obtain certification
• CDL or willingness/ability to obtain CDL preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively within a coaching staff and campus team

About the District

Tarkington ISD is a proud rural district transitioning to Class 3A competition with a strong tradition of community support and school pride. The district is committed to building successful programs that positively impact students on and off the field.

Contact for this position - rhoward@tarkingtonisd.net