Teacher - Bilingual Elementary

To help students learn subject matter, skills, and understandings that will lead them toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, psychological growth and maturation. Qualifications: Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityBilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT- 190) Spanish Texas CertificationESL certification in core content areaTexas Certification with required endorsements per Texas Education Agency regulationsSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable to the administration Special Knowledge/Skills: None. Experience: None. Major Responsibilities and Duties:Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.Implement the dual language framework that supports the process of biliteracy and language development of English and Spanish.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrativeConduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructionalWork 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 assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and overseeConduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informalAssume responsibility for extracurricular activities as Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.Be a positive role model for students; support mission of schoolCreate 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, andAssist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructionalCompile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documentsEstablish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.Participate in staff development activities to improve job-relatedComply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroomAttend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees asPerforms other duties as the superintendent may assign. Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s) Customer Care Skills:Provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff and other professionals at all times.Use proper phone etiquette at all times, speaking slowly and Take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.Ensure superior customer care skills are used via eye contact, facial expressions, voice inflections, body language, and an attitude of "going the extra mile" for others.Ensure all requests for information are dealt with in an appropriateCreate and maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment toward all internal and external customers. Mental Demands/Physical Demands: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Salary: Commensurate with experience according to District salary schedule. Days: 187