ESL Teacher (Grades: 5-6)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District seeks an ESL Teacher for grades 5-6 to develop and deliver lessons aligned with the district curriculum and state standards. You will prepare written lesson plans and assess student progress while maintaining effective communication with parents and staff.

The role emphasizes differentiating instruction, managing a positive classroom environment, and collaborating with teachers and administrators to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Texas teaching certificate with endorsed subject and grade level.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum guidelines and state standards.
• Ability to adapt instruction to diverse learning styles.
• Commitment to written lesson planning and assessment reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver ESL lessons aligned with district curriculum.
• Prepare and maintain written lesson plans for substitutes.
• Assess student progress and report to parents as required.
• Establish classroom routines and manage behavior.
• Provide counseling with students and communicate with families.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Job Description - ESL Teacher (Grades: 5-6) (RTP20260828-013)

ESL Teacher (Grades: 5-6) - ( RTP20260828-013 )

Description

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior
• Establish a system of students evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
• Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes
• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school.
• Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings
• Plan and coordinate the work of aides and other paraprofessional and student teachers (when applicable)
• Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various routine tasks, duties, and procedures and the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
  ***Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)***