Bilingual Teacher - Elementary Pool

Bilingual Teacher – Elementary Positions

Spring Independent School District has multiple openings for Bilingual Teacher – Elementary positions in Houston, TX. Duties include:

1. Teaches in accordance with staff assignment.
2. Displays effective teaching practices.

• Completes effective lesson plans with immediate and long-range goals.
• Develops lessons appropriately.
• Uses time effectively.
• Chooses appropriate materials and activities.
• Presents subject matter clearly and interestingly.
• Coordinates and plans with team members, when appropriate.
• Plans with librarian to provide effective library experience for students.

1. Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning.

• Organizes the procedures for effective classroom management.
• Organizes the assigned area in an efficient, appealing manner.
• Provides flexibility for individual and group activities.
• Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their actions.
• Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with students.

1. Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student welfare.

• Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off campus.
• Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational setting.
• Instructs students in school safety and emergency drill procedures.
• Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and parents.

1. Initiates communications with parents.

• Informs parents about programs for students.
• Makes parents aware if problems arise.
• Keeps parents informed about student progress.

1. Cooperates with appropriate program directors.
2. Administers an appropriate record-keeping system.

• Maintains accurate records for student evaluation and progress.
• Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials, and funds provided by the district.
• Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals to other school personnel.
• Meets required record-keeping format and timelines effectively.

1. Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and performance.

• Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly.
• Works with team leaders and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of needs.
• Exemplifies professionalism and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching profession.
• Promotes understanding of District programs and policies.
• Remains current in education and the specific areas of instruction through literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.
• Adheres to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and supports the district's philosophy.

1. Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the building principal.

Employer will accept a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field or foreign equivalent, a valid Texas Educator Certificate, and an ESL supplemental certification or a bilingual education certificate.

To apply, you must apply online through the "Apply for this job!" tab. Include complete contact information (e-mail, day/evening phone, and mailing address) on resume/application.