Bilingual 5th Grade ELA Teacher | Dual Language

OWENS INTERMEDIATE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

OWENS INTERMEDIATE in Houston, Texas, seeks a student-centered 5th Grade ELA teacher for a One Way Dual Language (OWDL) program. You will plan and deliver TEA-aligned bilingual instruction, supporting biliteracy in Spanish and English, and collaborate with staff to implement district bilingual/ESL initiatives.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with students and families, maintaining records, and adhering to district safety and discipline policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certification including bilingual or ESL certification.
• Texas Reading Academy Certificate (Grades K-3).

Responsibilities

• Shelter instruction for diverse student population daily.
• Plan and teach TEA-aligned curricula.
• Create an inviting, risk-free learning environment and supervise students.
• Assess student progress and maintain records; provide progress reports.
• Diagnose learning needs and seek district support for interventions.
• Implement modifications per ARD/LPAC decisions for students served.
• Confer with families, colleagues, and administrators regularly.
• Maintain attendance and follow building/district guidelines.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Relationship building

Bilingual/ESL program knowledge

Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teacher Certification with bilingual/ESL

Texas Reading Academy Certificate (K-3)

Job description

OWENS INTERMEDIATE in Houston, Texas, seeks a student-centered 5th Grade ELA teacher for a One Way Dual Language (OWDL) program. You will plan and deliver TEA-aligned bilingual instruction, supporting biliteracy in Spanish and English, and collaborate with staff to implement district bilingual/ESL initiatives.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with students and families, maintaining records, and adhering to district safety and discipline policies.