Job Description

Teacher - Dual Language (English and or Spanish Side) - Elementary

Provide students in a contained classroom with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Students to be served include regular education students in the district’s dual language program and students who require bilingual services due to limited English proficiency.

Education / Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university 
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned 
• English as a Second Language Certification 
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area(s) assigned

Special Knowledge / Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned, including TAKS General knowledge of curriculum and instruction 
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior 
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Student teaching or approved internship (preferable)

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required 
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and language proficiency and use results to plan instructional activities
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and language acquisition 
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned 
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations 
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP) 
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements 
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process 
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits 
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing 
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal 
• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of the school district 
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students 
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook 
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities 
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials 
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members 
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly 
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required 
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers 
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills 
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required 
• Maintain confidentiality 
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned Perform other duties as assigned

Environment / Working Conditions:

• Mental demands/physical demands/environmental factors 
• Maintain emotional control under stress 
• Lifting and moving materials, books, boxes, small furniture items, etc. 
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing

Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory responsibilities

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