4th Grade Bilingual Teacher

Diocese of Dallas Schools•Dallas, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual Classroom Teacher plans, guides, and evaluates the learning process of students while providing safe supervision throughout the day. This position reports to the principal and has decision-making responsibilities within the framework of school policies, philosophy, organization, and curriculum.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American University or the equivalent
Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish
Evidence of successful experience and desire to work with children
Reliable: Arrives to work on time and has a history of great attendance
Strong planner and schedule-follower
Proficient with educational technology (email, Google drive, apps, Smart Board)
Team player
Teaches with urgency, but not with anxiety/stress
Great communicator
Accepts feedback positively and makes adjustments accordingly
Able to multi-task
Adapts to change easily
Pre-Employment Declaration required.

Nice To Haves

Devoted, practicing Catholic in good standing
Understand the Science of Teaching Reading & how techniques differ in English & Spanish
Have experience teaching at the specified grade level
Bring positive data from prior students taught
Seek advancement in education

Responsibilities

Support the philosophy and mission of Catholic education by modeling Gospel values and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Train students in Catholic prayer and active participation in the faith.
Engage in ongoing spiritual growth through participation in religious ceremonies, training, and reflection activities.
Develop and submit lesson plans two weeks in advance using backward planning aligned with campus objectives and the rigor of the summative assessment.
Ensure students are engaged in rigorous, standards-based learning at all times using appropriate materials.
Use baseline, formative, and summative assessment data to drive and adjust instruction.
Arrive on time and stay on schedule.
Maintain accurate, timely records, including entering grades within two days of assignment submission.
Manage the classroom with consistent, positive discipline aligned with the campus policy.
Communicate regularly with parents about academic, behavioral, and safety concerns through various channels, with an emphasis on face-to-face and phone communication.
Respond to communication from parents and administration in a timely manner.
Be accessible to students, parents, and staff.
Follow all school and diocesan policies, and perform other duties as assigned by the principal.
Complete religion certification per the guidelines of the Catholic Schools Office.
Be willing to lead clubs, sports, enrichment activities, or electives.
Be willing to represent the school at events.
Be willing to support fundraising, marketing, or recruitment initiatives.