Dual Language Instructional/Lay Teacher
Fort Worth
Job Description Job Description
Position: DUAL LANGUAGE CLASSROOM TEACHER
Date Revised: April 26, 20024
Reports to: PRINCIPAL
Location: All Saints Catholic School
Fort Worth, TX 76164
www.fwdioc.org/employment
General Position Summary: The Dual Languge Teacher fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The Dual Language Teacher provides the appropriate learning atmosphere and activities designed to maximize student competencies and skills for intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual growth toward a successful future. The Dual Language Teacher has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies. A familiarity with dual language and classical education is preferred, but not required. Along with a love of learning, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree.
Essential job functions:
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook
Plans for instruction with logically sequenced objectives, based on adopted curriculum and submitted according to the local school policy
Provides appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning content in both targeted languages
Uses effective dual language instructional methods/models according to professional standard practice
Uses varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments
Provides instruction and assessment for understanding in both targeted languages
Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
Practices positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom
Communicates with parents regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns
Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Important job functions:
Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
Demonstrates gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals
Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
Supervision Given and/or Received:
Reports directly to the principal
Internal Contacts:
Effectively communicate with the staff
External Contacts:
Effectively communicate with parents, volunteers, adults, as well as other schools, churches and employees throughout the diocese.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
Required to work some nights and weekends
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to teach a minimum of a full school day
Required to facilitate 1 after school club
Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather
Travel Requirements:
Some travel required, up to 5%
Education and Experience Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree
Meets the minimum requirements for teaching field as set forth by the Diocese and TCCED
Valid State Teaching License preferred
Fluency in both targeted languages of English and Spanish (written and spoken)
Familiarity with the Gomez and Gomez dual language model
Knowledge and Skills Preferred:
Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation in target languages
Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted languages
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
FLSA Designation: Exempt or Non-Exempt
(Determined By the Director of HR at the Catholic Center)
Job Grade:
(Determined By the Director of HR at the Catholic Center)