Teacher - 5th Grade ELAR/SS (ESL Cert Preferred) - starting 1/2027

Katy ISD • Katy, TX

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About The Position

The Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies and skills for the future. The role develops and delivers instruction aligned with the district curriculum, Texas Education Agency guidance, board policies, and administrative regulations. The teacher plans for individual learning needs, monitors student progress, supports classroom development and behavior, communicates with families and colleagues, and participates in professional learning and required campus activities. This position is for 5th Grade ELAR/Social Studies, with an ESL certification preferred, and is scheduled to start in January 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for the assigned subject and grade level.
• Student teaching or an approved internship.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to monitor student discipline and progress, meet student needs, move about the room, conduct formative assessments, and facilitate small- and large-group instruction.

Nice To Haves

• ESL certification preferred for Social Studies teaching assignments.
• Participation in the Aspiring Assistant Principals Academy as a potential leadership opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum and document preparation using the district's automated curriculum as required.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate and differentiate for students' learning styles and individual needs.
• Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to plan and implement instructional goals, objectives, and best practices.
• Design or adapt relevant learning experiences using digital tools and resources to promote learning and creativity.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, assessments, activities, materials, and technology for assigned students.
• Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with special education needs in accordance with their IEPs.
• Help students analyze and improve their study methods and habits.
• Monitor achievement through formal and informal assessment and use results to plan instruction.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students' physical, social, and emotional development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline in accordance with district policies, regulations, the Discipline Management Plan, Student Code of Conduct, and IEPs.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members and communicate information accurately and clearly.
• Model professional, ethical, and responsible conduct aligned with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Support and communicate the campus and district mission and goals to parents, colleagues, and community members.
• Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs, initiate activities to address identified needs, and use effective techniques to engage parents and the community.
• Engage in professional development and implement learning related to the teaching assignment and campus and district goals.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Potentially supervise instructional paraprofessionals, student teachers assigned by the principal, and volunteers.

Benefits

• World-class professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive pay for teachers.
• Advanced-degree stipend for a master's or doctorate degree.
• Additional stipends for certain positions, including coaching, fine arts, bilingual, and some special education positions.
• Teacher Incentive Allotment additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positions.
• Employee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and an Employee Assistance Program for mental healthcare.
• Positive work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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