Teacher 4th, Bilingual - Coker Elementary

Location: Coker ES

Work Schedule: 10 Months

Work Type: Regular Full-Time

Exempt: Yes

Salaries for new classroom teachers and librarians are based on the salary ranges below (10-month work schedule)

All salary ranges are adopted annually by the Board of Trustees. The District ensures salary placement for new hires will be based on verified years of experience according to the Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service . These ranges should not be used to project salary amounts for subsequent years.

In addition, teachers and librarians may qualify for the following stipends:

Advanced Degree Stipends

Performance and Other Supplemental Stipends

Bilingual & ESL Stipends

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CALCULATION OF PAY: The annual pay for this position is pro-rated based on the effective date of the assignment**

EDUCATION :
Bachelors Degree

CERTIFICATION :

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate by the State Board for Educator Certification with Bilingual Endorsements

PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY :
Responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of every student; establish effective rapport with students; provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to become a responsible citizen and function successfully in society.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles.
2. Translates material as necessary for instruction.
3. Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
4. Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflects understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to plan instructional activities.
6. Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to District requirements.
7. Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
8. Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
9. Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
10. Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned - Sponsors outside activities approved by the campus principal.
11. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of North East Independent School District.
12. Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
13. Manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
14. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
15. Assists in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
16. Establishes and maintains openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
17. Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
18. Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
19. Participates in staff development activities to improve job related skills.
20. Successfully completes all professional development training within established timelines as required by the Texas Education Agency and the District.
21. Keeps informed of and complies with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
22. Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records and other required documents.
23. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
24. Maintains confidentiality of information.
25. Reports to work on time every day.
26. Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Knowledge of subjects assigned

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of child growth and development
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of second language acquisition
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of various bilingual education models
• Demonstrated ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English and Spanish, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Effective instructional strategies, classroom management, and language acquisition assessment related to learning and children needing to learn English and Spanish
• Ability to develop student learning goals
• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations as they occur
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
• Valid Texas Drivers License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
• Valid Class "B" Texas Drivers License (Commercial) with a driving record that meets the requirements of the District - Employee must meet the standards set by the Texas Education Agency, Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Public Safety (This

requirement is for those teachers assigned supplemental duties that require transporting students in District vehicles)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or qualifications that may be required. The District reserves the right to amend the essential responsibilities for this position.

Application to a specific job opening does not guarantee an individual will maintain this assignment permanently upon employment. All employees are subject to reassignment based on their qualifications and the needs of the District.

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