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Teacher - Twain Dual Language Academy & Irving Dual Language Academy (For the 2018-2019 School Year)

Employer
San Antonio Independent School District
Location
San Antonio, TX, US
Salary
Per Year

Job Details

Opening: December 21, 2017

Closing: Until Filled

Reports To: Campus Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Dept. /School: Twain Dual Language Academy &

Irving Dual Language Academy

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment:

10 months/187 days per year. Salary is on the teacher salary schedule on the SAISD Compensation Plan on a probationary contract, as applicable with additional consideration for directly related experience.

Primary Purpose:

To provide all students with appropriate learning activities in core academy subject areas designed to fulfill their maximum potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. To provide core content instruction both in English and in Spanish to enable students to develop linguistic and academic competencies and skills that will prepare them for success in higher education and society.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university

Master's degree in bilingual education and/or 18 graduate hours in bilingual education preferred

Valid Texas Elementary-Bilingual Teacher Certification with endorsement in bilingual education-Spanish

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00 ) paid by the applicant

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong academic literacy and conversational skills both in English and in Spanish

Knowledge of core academic subject(s) assigned

Knowledge of dual language curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of integration of technology

Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior

Strong organizational, communication, writing and interpersonal skills

Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Experience:

At least one (1) year bilingual/dual language teaching experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies and Delivery:

Analyze performance data in order to provide targeted instruction based on students' individual academic and linguistic needs

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and the dual language program, reflect accommodations for learning style differences, and show written evidence of preparation as required

Present subject matter according to the guidelines established by the dual language program, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), board policies, and administrative regulations

Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements

Work with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students as identified in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process

Plan and monitor work flow of instructional assistants and volunteers

Student Growth and Development:

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing in both languages of instruction

Model and explicitly teach students how to manage their own learning by identifying, evaluating, and organizing options, opportunities, and experiences

Create opportunities for students to analyze and reflect on their learning

Nurture students' linguistic, intellectual, emotional, social, and ethical development

Contribute to the school's avenues for student enrichment (such as working with clubs and organizations, assisting with service learning, leading an advisory, etc.)

Act as a positive role model for students and support the mission of the San Antonio Independent School

Classroom Management and Organization:

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students

Create shared norms of high expectations and supportive systems as part of a safe, respectful and productive learning environment, and manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the SAISD Student Handbook.

Recognize, value, and respect the broad spectrum of languages, cultures, and ethnicities and teach students to collaborate effectively with individuals from different and similar cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Provide extensive opportunities for students to collaborate

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

Professional Development and Mentorship:

Commit to one's own and others' professional growth and development and participate in sustained collaboration and critical conversations among staff to support all learners

Meet regularly, participate in school decision-making, and build time for supporting and enriching activities with students and colleagues beyond the traditional school day

Continue to be intellectually curious and demonstrate the habits of mind that lead to lifelong learning about one's craft and one's students

Are committed members and leaders of the professional community, providing on-going professional development, mentoring, peer observation, study groups, and collaboration with teachers throughout SAISD

Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers, including maintaining and filing of all reports, records, and other required documents

Qualities of an Effective TeacherUse effective communication skills in both languages to present information accurately and clearly to students, parents and staff

Create an atmosphere of trust and respect for the school, students, faculty, families, and partners

Model democratic practices, honor diversity, advocate for equity, and participate ethically in the school community

Be receptive to other's perspectives, welcomes differences in interpretation and judgment, and is able to revise and expand own views

Participate in ongoing, timely and professional communication (both proactive and responsive) with students, families, colleagues and community partners

Uphold the Code of Ethics for Educators

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise students and monitor work flow of instructional assistants as appropriate

Teachers in this academy will be expected to support academic enrichment district-wide, which may include coaching peers to build their instructional capacity

Equipment:Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to positionWorking Conditions:Mental and Physical Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions and deadlines. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance. Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically. May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others.

Environmental Factors:Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.).

THE SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, GENDER, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.



Primary Location: TWAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Salary Range: Per Year
Shift Type: Full-Time

Company

SAISD is as diverse and historically rich as the city whose name it shares. As San Antonio’s founding school district, SAISD neighborhood schools have served the heart of the Alamo City for more than 100 years. Today, SAISD serves about 49,000 students across more than 90 schools in our culturally proud, urban community.
 

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Telephone
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Location
514 W. Quincy Street
San Antonio
Tx
78212
US

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