4th Grade Bilingual Teacher

Diocese of Dallas Schools Santa Clara of Assisi Catholic Academy - Dallas, Texas

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

General Summary of the Position: The Bilingual Classroom Teacher plans, guides, and evaluates the learning process of students while providing safe supervision throughout the day. This position reports to the principal and has decision‑making responsibilities within the framework of school policies, philosophy, organization, and curriculum.

Catholic

Education:

Support the philosophy and mission of Catholic education by modeling Gospel values and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Train students in Catholic prayer and active participation in the faith. Engage in ongoing spiritual growth through participation in religious ceremonies, training, and reflection activities.

Instruction: Develop and submit lesson plans two weeks in advance using backward planning aligned with campus objectives and the rigor of the summative assessment. A clear gradual release will be evident in both lesson plans and instruction, as well as aligned questions and engagement techniques. Ensure students are engaged in rigorous, standards‑based learning at all times using appropriate materials. Use baseline, formative, and summative assessment data to drive and adjust instruction.

Professionalism: Arrive on time and stay on schedule. Maintain accurate, timely records, including entering grades within two days of assignment submission. Manage the classroom with consistent, positive discipline aligned with the campus policy. Communicate regularly with parents about academic, behavioral, and safety concerns through various channels, with an emphasis on face‑to‑face and phone communication. Respond to communication from parents and administration in a timely manner.

Be accessible to students, parents, and staff. Follow all school and diocesan policies, and perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American University or the equivalent
• Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish
• Evidence of successful experience and desire to work with children
• Reliable:
  Arrives to work on time and has a history of great attendance
• Devoted, practicing Catholic in good standing, preferred
• Strong planner and schedule-follower
• Proficient with educational technology (email, Google Drive, apps, Smart Board)
• Team player
• Teaches with urgency, but not with anxiety/stress
• Great communicator
• Accepts feedback positively and makes adjustments accordingly
• Able to multi-task
• Adapts to change easily
• Able to complete religion certification per the guidelines of the Catholic Schools Office
• Pre‑Employment Declaration required. Upload it to your application.

• Understand the Science of Teaching Reading & how techniques differ in English & Spanish
• Have experience teaching at the specified grade level
• Bring positive data from prior students taught
• Seek advancement in education
• Be willing to lead clubs, sports, enrichment activities, or electives
• Be willing to represent the school at events
• Be willing to support fundraising, marketing, or recruitment initiatives

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.