Every Opportunity Starts with a YES

Every

Opportunity Starts with a

Say YES to New Opportunities

Since 1998, YES Prep has been redefining what is possible in public education, providing support to send over 18,000 college-bound students into the world equipped with the tools to build their own pathways to opportunity.

YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education. Our campuses are advancing educational equity, leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring and encouraging our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives.

18,000+ Students

2,100+ Team Members

17 Secondary Campuses

YES Prep at a Glance Charter Schools 101

6 Elementary Campuses Tuition-Free Charter School System

Charter schools currently educate 6% of Texas public school students, but they make up more than 60% of A-rated districts in the state. Charter schools are public, tuition-free and open to all students. Unlike a traditional one-size-fits-all approach to education, public charter schools put the needs of students first by giving them the time and personalized

attention they need to succeed. Charter schools are given greater flexibility to serve students’ individual needs, and with that flexibility comes greater oversight than traditional public schools. They are held accountable to high financial, academic, and managerial standards by oversight boards made up of community volunteers.

Opportunity to Make a Difference

We are mission-driven.

Our team is empowering Houston students to embrace choice-filled lives through access to a college-forward curriculum.

We support our educators’ professional development.

Our people are the source of our strength, which is why we strive to help our team develop their skills in and out of the classroom.

We are committed to advancing educational equity.

Our family of charter schools levels the playing field by providing students with a tuitionfree, college-forward education at the highest performing public school system in Houston.

We reward quality talent with competitive salaries & benefits.

Our educators work hard to provide Houston students with a top-tier education, and we believe they should be compensated fairly for their efforts.

We are diverse & social justice-focused.

Our motto is “ALL means ALL,” regardless of zip code, citizenship status, religion, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.

Our Mission Creates Opportunities

YES Prep empowers all Houston students to succeed in college and to embrace lives of opportunity.

Opportunity to Make an Impact

Our team works hard to consistently shatter the status quo and raise the bar for what is possible in public education. With 97% of students attending A or B-rated schools, YES Prep’s 24 campuses comprise one of the highest-performing public school system in Houston.

Houston Metro Area Top Workplaces, Houston Chronicle (2021)

Good Reason Houston’s Inaugural Honor Roll (2019)

Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report (2007–present)

America’s Most Challenging High Schools, The Washington Post (2013–present)

Opportunity for Better Benefits

Starting Salary

$60,000

• Stipends available for certified bilingual and special education teachers

• $0 Monthly Premium Medical Plan

• Texas Teacher Retirement System

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Employee Assistance Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

• Dental Plans and Vision Plans

The Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) is an optional program funded by the state of Texas that provides additional compensation for teachers who teach in high-needs areas.

Eligible YES Prep teachers have the potential to earn up to $32,000 per year depending on their designation, campus and assignment. Districts are allowed to distribute teacher allotments amongst non-TIA designated teachers within their system, but at YES Prep we distribute the eligible funds to the designated teacher who earned the allotment.

Deeply Committed to Equity & Diversity

YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.

2,123 TOTAL STAFF

Staff members agree that the organization provides a welcoming environment given their background and identity according to our latest system survey.

33% Hispanic

4% Other

Opportunity to Grow Professionally

Internal Hiring Prioritization

PRINCIPAL PATHWAY Leaders for Equity

The Principal Pathway residency exists to build a bench of high-performing leaders who serve to fulfill the YES Prep mission and vision as a potential Principal, for both elementary and secondary schools. The Residency is a 1–2 year paid position that offers individualized development and coaching under the guidance of a campus Lead Principal and the YES Prep Leadership Development team.

The New to Blue program is designed to help experienced teachers who are new to YES Prep successfully transition into their new environment and integrate their skills into YES Prep’s culture and curriculum.

LEADING EXCELLENCE Leaders for Equity

The Leading Excellence program aims to cultivate, recruit and retain top leaders by providing the best leadership development programming in the nation. Every campusbased Director, Resident Principal and Principal engage in a series of annual professional development learning experiences grounded in our Leadership Competencies to augment their skills and increase their scope of impact.

Professional Development Reimbursement Opportunities

First-Year Teacher Development & Support

Annual Internal Opportunities Fair

Tech Teach Across Texas (TTAT) is an accelerated educator preparation program through Texas Tech University (TTU), which partners with YES Prep to grow future teachers. After earning an Associate of Arts in Teaching or an Associate degree plus required coursework at a community college, TTAT Teacher Candidates complete a year-long clinical experience in YES Prep classrooms with the support of a Site Coordinator and Mentor Teacher. Upon completing program requirements, students graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree and full teacher certification in one year.

The Relay Teaching Residency is a two-year program that leads to state certification and a Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education. During YEAR 1, the Relay Resident is employed as an apprentice and receives support from Relay and a Resident Advisor. In YEAR 2, the Relay Resident is hired in a teaching role, while completing coursework for their MA and certification. Classwork and courses are scheduled to avoid school conflicts, with the exception of Deliberate Practices. Relay Resident will also earn a full-time, salaried position plus benefits from YES Prep in your second year of the residency.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE Leaders for Equity

The Teaching Excellence program provides transformational support through proven coaching strategies, impactful professional learning and a streamlined Alternative Certification Pathway (ACP) for new teachers and teachers who have been in the classroom for less than one year.

Opportunity to Join Our Team

Our Ideal Candidate Is...

Mission-Aligned: You believe that inequity exists and that every student has the right to a high-caliber educational experience and can articulate WHY this is important to you.

Gritty: You don’t back down when the going gets tough, you power through and do what’s best for your students.

Knowledgeable: You know the content that you’re teaching and are passionate about it.

Student-Focused: You think through decisions with a student lens.

Authentic: You aren’t afraid to be yourself in the interview and to bring your whole self to work every day.

Passionate About Social Justice

: You value diversity in terms of race, culture, religion and thought, and are actively working to become a more anti-racist individual.

Agile: You are agile and ready to pivot for the benefit of students and families when necessary.

Growth-Minded: You are humble, receptive to constructive feedback and looking to grow in your craft.

Data-Driven: You love data and consistently dive into data to inform classroom decisions.

Coachable: You are eager to learn and ready to make adjustments when given feedback.

Application Process

STEP 1

Submit an online application

Upload a current resume, unofficial undergraduate transcript(s), certification, or proof of enrollment in an Education Preparation Program.

STEP 2

Application Review

We will review your academic background, past professional experiences, accomplishments, and supplemental materials.

STEP

3

Telephone Interview (optional)

As part of the screening process, someone from our team may contact you for a phone interview to learn more about you and your interest in the position.

STEP 4

Final Interview

If you are being considered for the position, Hiring Managers will extend an invitation directly to you. You will have the opportunity to plan and teach a sample lesson in the content area.

STEP 5

Offer

If interested, a Hiring Manager will extend an offer to you for the position. An official Offer Letter will be sent via email.

STEP 6

Onboarding

Once the offer is accepted, you will receive an email with instructions to begin the onboarding process.