Lead Teacher

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holiday

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage & Cell Reimbursement

Telemedicine & Concierge Services

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) seeks a Lead Teacher to deliver high-quality, culturally responsive education to unaccompanied children in care.

You will create a structured, inclusive classroom where foundational academic skills are built, confidence grows, and personal development is supported. You will design and adapt lesson plans for diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, teaching English, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies with differentiated instruction and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, TESOL, Special Education, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Certification in ESL or bilingual education is a plus.
• Must be certified to teach in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-quality, culturally responsive education to unaccompanied children in care.
• Develop, implement, and adapt lesson plans to meet diverse needs across English, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Lead and mentor teaching staff and aides; conduct observations and support professional development.
• Collaborate with caseworkers, counselors, and other program staff to ensure educational services meet ORR standards.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, TESOL, Special Education, or related field

Master's degree preferred

ESL or bilingual education certification

State teaching certification

Job description

You have the knowledge. They have the potential. YOU can help them discover it! At Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC), our Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) works to promote the health, well-being, and stability of refugees, unaccompanied children, and other eligible individuals and families through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based services. Our vision is for all new arrivals to be welcomed with equitable, high-quality services and resources so they can maximize their potential.

Salary: $55,904 annually

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE? You will lead and deliver high-quality, culturally responsive education to unaccompanied children (UC) in care. You will create a structured, inclusive classroom environment where students can build foundational academic skills, develop confidence, and experience personal growth.

You will develop, implement, and adapt lesson plans to meet diverse academic, linguistic, cultural, and developmental needs. You will teach foundational subjects including English, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, using differentiated instruction, group activities, hands-on learning, and educational technology.

As the Lead Teacher, you will also serve as a leader and mentor to teaching staff and teacher aides, providing guidance, modeling effective teaching practices, conducting observations, and supporting professional development. You will collaborate with caseworkers, counselors, and other program staff to address students\' academic needs and ensure educational services meet ORR standards and contractual requirements.

WHO YOU ARE? You are an educator, mentor, and leader who understands that effective teaching goes beyond the classroom. You are adaptable, culturally responsive, organized, and committed to helping students succeed despite different educational backgrounds and experiences.

You are comfortable working in a diverse and fast-paced environment and can balance classroom instruction, student needs, staff leadership, documentation, and compliance requirements. You bring strong classroom management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with educators, caseworkers, counselors, and other program partners.

Most importantly, you believe every student deserves a safe, supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and reach their potential.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education /Background:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, TESOL, Special Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Certification in ESL (English as a Second Language) or bilingual education is a plus.
• Must be certified to teach in the state of employment.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 2-5 years of teaching experience, with at least 1 year working with unaccompanied children.
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum for students with varied educational backgrounds.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in leadership
• Bilingual (english and spanish)

WHAT DOES CPLC OFFER YOU AS A VALUED EMPLOYEE? We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that\'s why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Check out our benefits for FULL-TIME employees below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.