ELAR Teaching Fellow (PK – 3)

St. Philips School & Community Center•Dallas, TX

30m•Hybrid

About The Position

The PK-3 ELAR Teaching Fellowship at St. Philip’s School and Community Center is a unique, full-time opportunity for early-career educators seeking a dynamic and supportive launch into the teaching profession. Our program is designed for passionate individuals eager to explore mathematics instruction in a vibrant, mission-driven environment where teaching, mentorship, and professional growth are deeply valued. The fellowship offers close mentorship from experienced faculty and the Director of curriculum and instruction, comprehensive professional development, and intentional opportunities to practice and refine classroom teaching. Fellows will co-teach in their first year using a gradual release model, building toward full classroom responsibility in the second year. Our goal is for each fellow to grow into a confident, reflective, and skilled lead teacher.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, English, or a related field.
Demonstrated passion for ELAR education and student-centered instruction.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Growth mindset and willingness to receive feedback and refine practice.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families.
Experience working with children in an academic or mentoring setting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Applying assessment instruments
Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications
Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios
Reading technical information
Composing a variety of documents
Facilitating group discussions
Analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions
Appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws
Age appropriate activities
Lesson plan requirements
Stages of child development
Behavioral management strategies
Scheduling activities, meetings, and/or events
Gathering, collating, and/or classifying data
Using job-related equipment
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Analyzing data utilizing defined but different processes
Operating equipment using standardized methods
Working with a diversity of individuals and/or groups
Working with data of varied types and/or purposes
Utilizing specific, job-related equipment
Problem solving to analyze issues and create action plans
Establishing and maintaining constructive relationships
Adapting to changing work priorities
Maintaining confidentiality
Exhibiting tact and patience
Working flexible hours

Nice To Haves

Teacher Certification

Responsibilities

Co-teach a PK-3 English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) classes, progressing to full lead teacher responsibilities.
Design integrated ELAR lessons that blend reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and writing to deepen literacy across the curriculum.
Craft engaging, student-centered experiences that connect literature, writing, and language study in meaningful and relevant ways.
Administer and analyze assessments to inform instruction and support student progress.
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Prepare lesson plans that follow the school's scope and sequence.
Engage in ongoing mentoring and instructional coaching.
Participate in planning meetings with PK-3 Director and peers.
Attend professional development and pedagogy workshops alongside other fellows and teacher-leaders.
Serve as an advisor to a group of students, supporting their academic and social-emotional development.
Monitor and guide student behavior to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Counsel students as needed to support performance and personal growth.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and classroom goals.
Support classroom teachers across content areas when needed.
Supervise students in various environments (e.g., classrooms, playground, field trips).
Participate actively in school life, including extracurricular activities, faculty meetings, and events.
Take on gradually increasing responsibilities, including small group instruction and assessment.
Co-teaching with a mentor teacher; structured mentorship; gradual increase in instructional responsibility.
Transition to lead teaching position (pending evaluation and school need).
Frequent check-ins with the Curriculum Director and PK-3 Director.