5th Grade Bilingual Teacher

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Provides dual-language instruction in English and Spanish to develop students’ competencies and skills for successful participation in society. The role plans and delivers instruction, assesses academic progress and language needs, supports students with diverse learning and linguistic needs, and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning. The position is for 187 duty days per year and is exempt. Appointment is subject to recommendation by the Superintendent of Schools and final approval by the Board of Trustees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for the subject and grade level assigned.
Bilingual education certification.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of assigned subjects, curriculum, and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
At least one year of clinical teaching preferred; one year of teaching experience may substitute for clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and provide academic instruction in English and Spanish for students in the dual-language program.
Assess formative, informal, and standardized academic assessments in English and Spanish to monitor progress and identify students’ academic and language needs.
Analyze and interpret assessment results to inform instructional practice.
Provide differentiated instruction for students with diverse linguistic needs, including students acquiring English as a second language.
Create a bilingual learning environment that develops students’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Participate in Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) meetings as needed.
Plan and demonstrate strategies, such as translanguaging, to facilitate English-language acquisition.
Develop and implement curriculum plans and maintain written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences and present subject matter in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
Select and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment, accommodating students’ individual needs.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with special education needs in accordance with their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides and volunteers.
Cooperate with staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
Help students analyze and improve their study methods and habits.
Assume assigned extracurricular responsibilities and potentially sponsor school-approved outside activities.
Model behavior that supports the school district’s mission and maintain a classroom environment appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage classroom behavior and administer discipline in accordance with Board policies, administrative regulations, and IEPs.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Maintain open communication with students and parents, and professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Communicate information accurately and clearly and keep the principal informed about classroom conditions, needs, techniques, and materials.
Attend and participate in required staff, faculty, and committee meetings and work sessions.
Exercise professional judgment and responsibility and demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible conduct.
Pursue professional improvement through educational reading and research, college courses, staff development, and professional organizations.
Follow district rules, regulations, policies, supervisor directives, and attendance requirements; uphold school rules, district philosophy, and Board policies.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.