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2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher

Young World Physical Education, Granite Heights, WI, United States


2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher
Denton Independent School District Borman Elementary - Denton, Texas

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Job Details
Job ID:

5656743

Application Deadline:

May 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 4, 2026

Job Description
Reports to:

Campus Principal

Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt

Compensation Plan:

Teacher Hiring Schedule

Minimum Salary:

Teacher Hiring Schedule

Duty Days:

187 days per year

Primary Purpose:

Provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Provides dual language instruction to enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications
Education and Certification

Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited university

Master’s degree preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

Bilingual education certification required

Experience

At least one (1) year of clinical teaching preferred; one year of teaching experience may substitute for clinical experience

Special Knowledge and Skills

Must be fluent in English and Spanish

Knowledge of subjects assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Plans, organizes, and provides academic instruction in English and Spanish for students participating in the dual language program.

Assess formative, informal, and standardized academic assessments in English and Spanish to monitor progress and identify academic and language needs of students.

Analyzes and interprets the results of formative and standardized academic assessments in English and Spanish to inform instructional practice.

Provides differentiated instruction to accommodate the diverse linguistic needs of students who are acquiring English as a second language.

Creates a bilingual learning environment that fosters the attainment and ongoing development of the four essential language domains: reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Participates in Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) meetings as needed.

Plans and demonstrates strategies such as tranlanguaging to facilitate the acquisition of the English language.

Develops and implements plans for the curriculum program assigned and shows written evidence of preparation as required.

Prepares lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.

Presents the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board policies, and administrative regulations.

Plans and uses appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflects accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.

Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results for instructional activities.

Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established by Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).

Cooperates with other staff members in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Integrates technologies in the teaching/learning process.

Assists students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.

Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.

Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the School District.

Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and IEP.

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Assists in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents.

Maintains a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Uses acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Keeps the principal fully informed with respect to conditions and needs of the classroom and of new techniques and materials being used.

Attends and participates in staff meetings, committee meetings and works sessions as required by the principal.

Exhibits professional judgment and responsibility at all times.

Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Promotes professional improvement through reading educational journals and books, exploring educational research, enrolling in college courses, participating in staff development activities and membership in professional organizations.

Follows all rules, regulations and policies of Denton ISD and follows directives from superiors.

Follows attendance policy as assigned by Supervisor.

Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and district philosophy and board policies and presents subject matter according to established guidelines.

Keeps informed of and complies with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records and other documents required.

Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

Other Related Duties

Follows district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Participates in professional development, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used:

Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Frequent walking

Lifting:

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment:

Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

APPOINTMENT
The appointment of this position will be recommended to the Board of Trustees by the Superintendent of Schools on the basis of the applicant’s training, experience, and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Bilingual Education

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Human Resources

Phone: (940) 369-0040

Email: careers@dentonisd.org

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