Galveston Independent School District

Galveston ISD - A Schools of Choice District GISD Schools of Choice What is "Schools of Choice"? The Schools of Choice model allows families options of which school to attend within a school system. It is one of the most unique school systems in Texas in that it allows parents to send their children to the school that best serves their interests and needs. There are no school zones and transportation is provided to students to all campuses*. Students are able to attend the school of their choice provided the District has available seats at the selected school. Galveston ISD offers traditional and theme based schools, charter schools, Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) programs, magnet schools, and a Mega-Magnet High School with four smaller learning communities. Students are aided by open enrollment, as well as the absence of school zones throughout the district. Why Choose Galveston ISD? Competitive Pay - $53,000 Starting Teacher Salary Prime Location - Located on an Island - One hour from Houston - Beach and Bay Access (32 Miles of Beach) Unique Schools = Dynamic Opportunities - Ball High - Magnet Communities within school - Expansive CTE Program - Fine Arts Academies (for all grade levels) - STEM and STEAM Academies - Traditional Schools with Programs of Choice Additional Employee Benefits - TRS Active Care Insurance - PC for Every Teacher - Critical Shortage Area Stipends - Training and Mentor Teacher Programs Career Advancement Support - Data Driven Instructional Support - High-quality Job-Embedded Professional Development - Teacher Career Pathways - Educator Mentoring and Support

The mission of Galveston ISD is to Educate, Engage and Empower EACH student for a life of Excellence. Galveston ISD offers charter schools, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) programs, magnet schools, and a Mega-Magnet High School with four smaller learning communities. Students are aided by open enrollment as well as the absence of school zones throughout the district.

The Galveston Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.