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. 

Duties & Responsibilities

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. 

Required Skills & Traits

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, perferred

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.

The Ideal Candidate Will Also…

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