PKBilingual Teacher

Position Overview

Elementary School Teacher / Early Childhood (PK/K) – Bilingual. Reports to Campus Principal. Open until filled. Length of work year: 187 days. Salary range: $57,300 – $80,668. Pay grade: TCH. Wage/hour status:
Exempt.

• Instructional Strategies
  • Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face‑to‑face learning to fulfill district curriculum requirements.
  • Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles and needs.
  • Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, materials, and equipment that reflect students’ learning styles and needs.
  • Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
  • Work cooperatively with special‑education teachers to modify curricula for students with IEPs.
  • Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements.
  • Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
  • Use technology to strengthen teaching/learning and provide blended‑learning opportunities.
• 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 and sponsor approved outside activities.
  • Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
• Classroom Management and Organization
  • Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
  • Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Communication
  • Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during scheduled conference periods or office hours.
  • Communicate daily with students or parents via Google Classroom, Google Meet, Microsoft Office 365 Email, or other platforms and maintain a contact log.
  • Conduct parent, student, principal, and teacher conferences to establish open communication.
  • Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
  • Provide ongoing feedback on student achievement through formal and informal methods per district grading procedures.
• Professional Growth and Development
  • Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• Other Duties
  • Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents.
  • Attend faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
  • Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to self or others.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Supervisory Responsibilities – Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).
• Working Conditions
  • Work prolonged or irregular hours, prolonged sitting, repetitive computer work, frequent use of hands and wrists.
  • Work from home or other location unless asked to go to the site.
  • Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Certification:
  Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level.
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of assigned subjects; general knowledge of curriculum and instruction; ability to instruct and manage student behavior; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Title IX issues:
Mark Micallef, m.micallef, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues. ADA/504 issues:
Sofia Hinojosa, sofia.hinojosa, Director of Student & Social Services.

411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, .