Certified Dual Language Elementary Teacher (26-27)

KIPP Texas Public Schools • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Texas Public Schools is seeking certified dual language elementary teachers for current and potential future opportunities. The teacher will plan and deliver instruction based on Texas State standards, use assessment data to adjust instruction, and support students’ academic growth. Teachers collaborate with colleagues, build trusting relationships with students and families, and contribute to daily school operations and events. This role reports to a school site Monday through Friday in a typical school environment. Applicants who are pursuing certification may apply, but required certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP Texas before the end of the first year of employment. The role includes minimal travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Bilingual Education; applicants pursuing certification may apply, but certification must be acquired and on file with KIPP Texas before the end of the first year of employment.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
• Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily students in educationally underserved communities.
• Commitment to teaching an academically intense curriculum and to an extended school day, week, and year.
• Desire to continue learning, increase professional effectiveness, and offer and receive constructive feedback.
• Flexibility and willingness to go above and beyond to meet students’ needs.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and work with frequent interruptions.
• Reliable transportation for travel between campuses.
• Ability to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
• Ability to attend conferences, meetings, and training sessions virtually and in person within the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop year-long, Texas State standards-based unit and lesson plans that meet students’ learning needs.
• Use assessment data to adjust short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Incorporate feedback as part of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Establish and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
• Participate in daily school duties, including morning, lunch, and afternoon supervision.
• Attend staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate them to families in meetings and conferences.
• Meet professional obligations, including being timely and meeting deadlines consistently.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training sessions virtually and in person within the region.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
• Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
• Paid family leave.
• Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Employee-paid legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance, and disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level