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Reasons to Teach in RISD
Recognized School District - New Teacher Mentor Program - Competitive Salary - Quality Benefits Package - Excellent Professional Development - Low Teacher/Student Ratios - Technology Support - High Participation By Community Volunteers - Professional Advancement Opportunities - Teacher Support |
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Richardson ISD's beginning teacher salary is competitive in the metroplex. All RISD teacher salaries continue to be competitive for all levels of experience.
Outstanding teachers in RISD are recognized annually and given financial rewards by the RISD Tomorrow Foundation.
Low teacher/student ratios are an RISD standard.
A quality employee benefits package provides a low monthly health premium, the ability to choose your family doctor, and $10,000 of term life insurance paid by the school district.
Critical-needs stipends are paid annually to teachers hired in selected critical-needs areas.
Certified bilingual teachers receive an annual stipend.
A mentor program is provided for all teachers new to RISD.
High school teachers teach five classes within a seven-period day.
Wireless phone systems are in all 55 schools, allowing each teacher to be equipped with a wireless phone.
Wireless presentation stations with printers are accessible to all teachers, providing assistance in conducting lessons and classroom duties, as well as access to email and online resources.
Comprehensive staff development programs through the district and the nearby Region 10 Service Center provide professional learning opportunities throughout the year.
A Leadership Development Academy is in place for teachers whose interests may extend to administration and district-level leadership.
All student computers in classrooms, libraries, and labs are on a five-year replacement cycle.
New teachers are welcomed to the district each year with subject-specific staff development and a Chamber of Commerce Luncheon.
An electronic districtwide staff newsletter is distributed weekly to keep employees up-to-date on benefits and district news. |
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