Bilingual 5th Grade Teacher – Inspire Student Success

THOMPSON ES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring ISD seeks a Bilingual Elementary Teacher (5th Grade) for the 2026-2027 school year in Houston, TX. Reports to the principal and works within the Teacher Salary Scale.

The role entails implementing the district’s instructional program and maintaining effective classroom management to foster student growth. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate; preferred is one year of student teaching or internship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in grade levels assigned.
• One year experience of student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Teaches in accordance with staff assignment.
• Displays effective teaching practices.
• Completes effective lesson plans with immediate and long range goals.
• Develops lessons appropriately.
• Uses time effectively.
• Chooses appropriate materials and activities.
• Presents subject matter clearly and interestingly.
• Coordinates and plans with team members, when appropriate.
• Plans with librarian to provide effective library experience for students.
• Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning.
• Organizes the procedures for effective classroom management.
• Organizes the assigned area in an efficient, appealing manner.
• Provides flexibility for individual and group activities.
• Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their action is.
• Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with students.
• Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student welfare.
• Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off campus.
• Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational setting.
• Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill procedures.
• Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and parents.
• Initiates communications with parents.
• Inform parents about programs for students.
• Makes parents aware if problems arise.
• Keeps parents informed about student progress.
• Cooperates with appropriate program directors.
• Administers an appropriate record keeping system.
• Maintains accurate records for student evaluation and progress.
• Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials, and funds provided by the District.
• Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals to other school personnel.
• Meets required record keeping format and timelines effectively.
• Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and performance.
• Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly.
• Works with team leaders and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of needs.
• Exemplifies professionalism and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching profession.
• Promotes understanding of District programs and policies.
• Remains current in education and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.
• Adheres to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and supports the District’s philosophy.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Student teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Spring ISD seeks a Bilingual Elementary Teacher (5th Grade) for the 2026-2027 school year in Houston, TX. Reports to the principal and works within the Teacher Salary Scale.

The role entails implementing the district’s instructional program and maintaining effective classroom management to foster student growth. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate; preferred is one year of student teaching or internship.