Teacher - Elementary K-5

Teacher - Elementary K-5 (187 Days)

Westlake Academy, Westlake, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board, and Westlake Academy.

Job : 5722538

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Title: Teacher – PYP K-5

Wage/ Status: Exempt

Department: Primary Years Programme

HR Revised: May 2026

Reports to: Primary Years Programme Principal

Westlake Academy is a K-12 open-enrollment public charter school operated by the Town of Westlake, Texas. The Academy is committed to academic excellence and global-mindedness through its International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The school fosters a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and innovation to develop well‑rounded students prepared for leadership roles in a dynamic and interconnected world.

Westlake Academy is seeking qualified and enthusiastic candidates to join its pool of K-5 PYP teachers. Candidates in this pool will be considered for future teaching opportunities as positions for the  school year. Faculty members are expected to uphold the principles of the IB curriculum while fostering a rigorous, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required;
  Graduate degree preferred.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certification preferred. Selected candidates who do not hold a valid certification must obtain appropriate certification or credential within one year of hire to be considered for continued employment.
• ESL certification
• Demonstrated competency in assigned core academic subject areas.
• Demonstrated competency in IB Curriculum and Instruction desirable.
• Completion and successful results of the state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check is required.
• Ability to comply with all TEA regulations, applicable federal, state, and local laws, school policies, and standards of the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Is legally able to work in the United States.

• Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience.

• Continually strives to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, increase knowledge of content subject matter, and interpersonal relationships.
• Effectively displays the ability to work collaboratively with
• Utilize effective communication skills to present information accurately and
• Possess exceptional pedagogical skills and
• Display strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal
• Accept and implement constructive feedback in a professional
• Utilize technology to strengthen the teaching/learning
• Able to maintain confidential information pertaining to students, employees, volunteers, and the general operations of Westlake Academy.

• Collaborate regularly with the IB coordinators and teachers to design, implement, and reflect on IB unit
• Collaborates with the IB coordinators to produce supplementary teaching and learning materials that support IB conceptual understanding.
• Attend faculty meetings and other appropriate staff
• Communicates regularly and appropriately with parents/guardians regarding their child’s classroom performance; develops methods in support of classroom goals and teacher expectations in the home
• Maintains professional relationships and communication with parents, students, and campus personnel; ensures that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and
• Stay informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with campus goals, assigned areas of responsibility, and the varied needs of students.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as

• Assists in the proctoring of public and internal
• Assists with educational…