Best Place to Work in Waco!
In Panther Nation, all efforts center around Innovation, Commitment and Excellence. Midway ISD is a high-achieving, medium-growth suburban district in Central Texas. Ten campuses feed to one 6A high school with competitive athletics, nationally-rated fine arts, robust Career & Technical Education programs, advanced technology, and signifcant focus on social emotional learning.
We believe in brave teaching through innovation. We want your ideas to take flight in Midway! Our robust, custom-sourced curriculum is integrated with the latest digital devices in the hands of each teacher and student. To fund teachers' great ideas, the Midway Education Foundation invests in creative classroom projects as well as professional and leadership development for educators... to the tune of more than $2 million!
Contact Human Resources at hr@midwayisd.org / 254-761-5611
Join Our Team
Teachers & Professionals
Our diverse and talented group of teachers and professional staff are dedicated to providing a high-quality education for every student in the district. Our teachers enjoy collaborating with colleagues in a supportive environment while making a positive impact on the lives of students.
Paraprofessionals
Our team of paraprofessionals plays a vital role in student success. They work alongside teachers and other professionals to support students' academic and social-emotional development.
Auxiliary
Auxiliary employees are an integral part of our district. These dedicated individuals provide essential support to the district's operations and help create a positive and effective learning environment where students and staff can thrive.
Become a Substitute Teacher
Make a positive impact in your local community by becoming a substitute teacher at Midway ISD! Our substitute teachers are an important educational component in our schools, and they play a valuable role in helping to facilitate the learning process. Substitute teaching can also be a great way to gain experience and build a network in the education field.
Whether you’re a returning substitute or applying for the first time, we are committed to making your experience in Midway ISD a positive one for both you and our students. Embrace the opportunity, enjoy the flexibility, and make a difference in the lives of students as a substitute teacher.
Substitute pay = $100 per day
Panther Perks
Compensation
Competitive salaries have an exponential impact in a low cost of living community.
Midway ISD offers salaries and benefits that compete at the top of the county.
Teacher Stipends for hard-to-fill areas:
- High School Math ($2,500)
- High School Science ($2,000)
- Middle School Math ($1,500)
- Middle School Science ($1,000)
- Foreign Language ($1,000)
- Special Education: Self-contained ($3,000)
- Special Education: General/Resource ($1,500)
- National Board Certification ($2,000)
- Master’s degree: add $1,000
- Doctoral degree: add $3,000
Health & Wellness
We realize the success of Midway ISD depends on the commitment, dedication, and well-being of our greatest asset – our employees. We are constantly striving to keep benefits affordable without compromising the quality of the services we offer our employees and their dependents.
- Platinum Award-Winning Healthy Worksite
- Wellness Center with Gym Equipment and Classes
- Medical Health Insurance including a $0 premium option
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Health Fair
- Free Flu Clinic
Work/Life Balance
Panther Nation is a great place to live, work, and play.
Come play with us! We encourage your participation in vibrant community and family events. Employees and MISD retirees enjoy free admittance to Midway's athletic competitions and fine arts performances. Families will undoubtedly appreciate abundant community events through the Hewitt Chamber of Commerce, Waco Parks and Recreation, and Big XII Conference events.
While you are at work, have peace of mind (and peace for your budget) that Midway ISD:
- Allows employees' children to attend MISD tuition-free even if you live outside of boundaries,
- Accepts transfer requests for children to be at employees' home campuses,
- Offers discounted afterschool care, and
- Has affordable full-day prekindergarten.
Work AND live well with generous time off. Teachers work a 10-month calendar, which often includes:
- 1 week off for Thanksgiving
- 2 weeks off for Christmas
- 1 week off for Spring Break
- 2 months off for Summer
- School Holidays
- 5 Local Days
- 5 State Days
Retirement Savings
With the hurried pace of our everyday lives, it is difficult sometimes to slow down and plan for the future. Although retirement may seem far away, actions you take today can make a big difference when you reach retirement.
Midway ISD offers retirement programs to its employees through the use of 403(b) tax deferred annuities and 457 deferred compensation and the Teachers Retirement System (TRS). These plans allow employees to save designated amounts out of their paychecks before tax and place them into a variety of mutual funds, variable annuities and fixed annuities. Any earnings grow tax deferred until withdrawn and are intended to supplement your TRS Pension Plan.
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- 457 Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account
Learn more about the 3121 FICA Alternative Plan.
This plan is offered as an alternative to Social Security and provides retirement and payroll benefits to part- time, seasonal, and temporary employees.
Employee Recognition
Midway ISD values our talented, dedicated, hardworking staff. You help students achieve their best, and we appreciate all you do. The employee recognition program is a small way to show our thanks.
- Teacher of the Year Awards
- Convocation
- Midyear Celebration & Service Awards
- Extra Mile Awards
- Retirement Receptions
Waco Lifestyle
About Waco
Founded in 1849 by the Huaco Indians, Waco is situated on the I-35 corridor between Dallas and Austin. The City is the birthplace of Dr Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.
Things to do in Waco
Waco offers some major attractions, five historic homes, seven recreational venues, and nine arts organizations staging theatrical and musical productions, as well as art exhibitions.
Baylor University
Nestled along the banks of the Brazos River in Waco, Texas, Baylor provides many educational and research opportunities across various disciplines.
A Minute in Midway - Destination Imagination & Kayaking
GT Teachers Jennifer Wyble and Jennifer Stanley lead imaginative Destination Imagination teams. Outside of the classroom, "the Jennifers" explore Lake Waco, the Brazos River and Bosque River via kayaks.
A Minute in Midway - Tennis & Glass Blowing
Midway Middle School Teacher Bob Rynearson teaches art and is an assistant coach in a dominant tennis program. Outside of the classroom, Mr. Rynearson is a talented master glassblower.
A Minute in Midway - Robotics & Mountain Biking
Midway High School Teacher Brady Gibson established the Project Lead the Way program with robotics and engineering successes at the state level and beyond. Outside of the classroom, Mr. Gibson is an avid cycler and helped establish a mountain biking competition.
Panther Nation News
Region 12 Recognizes Midway Educator as Parent Engagement Leader of the Year
Elementary Teacher Earns National Recognition With 2024 Emerging Leader Award
