Bilingual Elementary Teacher
Bilingual Elementary Teacher
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Provide bilingual students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject areas assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable bilingual students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to provide educational opportunities for bilingual students.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsement in bilingual education
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject areas assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subjects assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of strategies and materials for the education of bilingual students
Ability to instruct bilingual students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively with bilingual parents and students
Experience:
At least one year student teaching or approved internship
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts bilingual curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Develop and provide bilingual students with appropriate course work through curriculum modification acceleration etc.
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
- Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.
- Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
- Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Student Growth and Development
- Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
- Be a positive role model for students who supports mission of school district.
Classroom Management and Organization
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
- Assist in selection of books equipment and other instructional materials.
Communication
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents students principals and teachers.
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues students parents and community members.
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Professional Growth and Development
- Participate in staff development activities to improve jobrelated skills including sessions on various instruction methods enriched learning in classroom settings and methods for identifying bilingual students.
- Keep informed of and comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
- Compile maintain and file all physical and computerized reports records and other documents required.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing stooping bending pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks media equipment desks and other classroom equipment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
