Teaching jobs in Texas
Texas educators can apply through Teach Away for the chance to enrich the lives of students across their beloved state. Find opportunities to teach in Texas in all subjects and grade levels, and establish your career as an educator in one of the US’s largest and most populated states.
Top Texas Teaching Jobs positions

Middle/High School Social Studies Teacher
Start in August 2026

Middle/High School Science Teacher
Start in August 2026

Middle/High School Math Teacher
Start in August 2026
How to find teaching jobs in Texas
Teaching jobs in Texas require a Bachelor’s degree and a teaching license in your subject of specialization. The growing population of Hispanic immigrant families in Texas is increasing the demand for teachers with an understanding of the cultures and languages. There is a demand for bilingual Spanish and English teachers in Texas.
Teaching in Texas at a Glance
Number of public schools | 8,731 |
Number of teachers | 327,357 |
Number of students | 5,077,659 |
Average teacher salary | $47,800 |
Budget | $25 billion |
Teacher certification requirements | Texas Examinations of Educator Standards (TExES), Texas Examinations for Master Teachers (TExMaT) |
Teacher certification reciprocity | Out-of-state teachers can qualify for certification in Kansas through the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement |
State professional development requirements | 150 hours |