Killeen ISD Is Hiring Teachers!

 Killeen Independent School District is looking for new professionals to join their team! The school district is the 4th most diverse in the state of Texas. Serving the cities of Killeen, Fort Hood, Harker Heights and Nolanville, and jobs are available throughout the schools. KISD has over 50 campuses, employs over 6,100 individuals, and educates over 45,000 children. 

The school district is currently seeking teachers at all levels to join its workforce. Interested applicants can apply online at KilleenISD.org or attend the KISD JOB FAIR on March 5, 2022 (8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) at Harker Heights High School, 1001 East FM 2410 Road, Harker Heights, Texas 76548.

Why Work At Killeen ISD?

Teacher salaries start at $52,000 per year. Bilingual and special education instructors are eligible for competitive stipends. Additional stipends are available. The District offers health, dental, disability, and life insurance. The employees enjoy week-long Spring Break, week-long Thanksgiving break, and a two-week long Christmas break. Teachers can earn additional income by teaching Summer School.  

Central Texas residents enjoy a low cost of living and no state income tax. The community is diverse, fast-growing and has a variety of family-friendly activities available. 

Benefits Of Working At Killeen ISD

Teachers are offered free professional development opportunities, 1-on-1 teacher mentorship program, classroom teacher supply annual supplemental pay, and access to a Teacher Media Center. In addition to insurance, KISD has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This program assists employees with a range of needs, both personal and professional. Resources for mental health, finance, legal, and more are available through this program. 

Employee benefits can be found at killeenisd.org/employee_benefits and include:

  • Cafeteria Plan Administration
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Day Care Accounts
  • 403(b) Plan Administration
  • 457 ElitePlus
  • Health Savings Account
  • Employee Assistance Program

Killeen ISD aims to equip its staff with the tools required to create future-ready students through research-based practices. It is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing creative educators for maximizing its students’ achievements. A major goal of the school district is to provide a safe learning environment that addresses emotional, behavioral and social aspects of its students’ development.

The steps to become a certified teacher at Killeen ISD are:

  • Obtain a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
  • Complete an Educator Preparation Program (Current employees can take advantage of the Alternative Certification reimbursement stipend, up to $5,000)
  • Pass the appropriate teacher certification exams
  • Submit an application to the State
  • If you are a first-time applicant, complete fingerprinting requirements
For more information on current opening and how to apply for job at Killeen Independent School District, visit www.KilleenISD.org

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