Teacher - Refugio

Urban Strategies; San Benito (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

Urban Strategies is looking for a Teacher at the Refugio Unaccompanied Children Shelter in San Benito, Texas. The role is essential in supporting students' academic success and personal growth.

The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching, possesses a Bachelor's degree, and is State Teacher Certified. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, teaching physical education, and promoting a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum two years of successful teaching experience.
• State Teacher Certified in the State where employed.
• Must obtain Crisis Prevention Institute and First Aid Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License, Personal Vehicle and Liability Insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical education and instruction to children aged 0-17.
• Develop lesson plans focusing on skill development and teamwork.
• Implement a culturally competent physical education curriculum.
• Assess children’s physical abilities and maintain records of progress.
• Organize sports events and recreational activities.

Skills

Teaching

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

State Teacher Certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

JOB TITLE: Teacher

PROGRAM: Refugio Unaccompanied Children Shelter

REPORTS TO: Lead Teacher

SALARY: $53,740

LOCATION: San Benito, Texas

JOB TYPE: Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time

General Description

The teachers at Urban Strategies (Refugio) programs profoundly impact students’ academic success, personal growth, and lifelong learning. Teachers provide educational services appropriate to the child’s level of development and communication skills in a structured classroom setting which concentrates primarily on the development of basic academic competencies and secondarily on English language training. Through effective instruction and mentorship, they promote positive relationships and inspire students to reach their full potential.

About You

• A self-motivated and dedicated person who is excited and passionate about helping children grow and develop in their education.
• A personable, energetic, and empathetic individual who can manage multiple projects in a prioritized manner to meet our internal Urban Strategies goals of all UC shelters.
• An individual who possesses a blend of strong subject matter knowledge, effective communication skills, a genuine desire for teaching, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of successful experience in teaching pre-K – 12 grades.
• State Teacher Certified in the State where employed.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends as needed.
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to obtain Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification and First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to supervise clients indoors and outdoors.
• Bending, stooping, standing, and lifting to 30lbs required to complete daily tasks.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License, Personal Vehicle and Liability Insurance required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Early Childhood Education models and standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Education, Kinesiology, Elementary/Early Childhood Education
• Master’s degree in education
• Must be certified in teaching English as a Second Language or Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages.

What You will Be Doing

• Provide direct physical education and instruction, Monday through Friday to children 0-17 years of age.
• Develop lesson plans and educate students at all levels that focus on skill development, teamwork, and overall well-being, encouraging a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.
• Implement a physical education curriculum that is age appropriate, culturally competent, and reflets current educational best practices.
• Assess children’s physical abilities.
• Organize and prepare materials for daily physical and educational instruction while ensuring the inventory of PE equipment, supplies, textbooks, furniture, and other educational materials needed to assist in the provisions of instruction.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed during all program activities.
• Promote positive sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among children.
• Maintain records of children’s physical development, progress, and participation.
• Organize sports events, after school and weekend recreational activities and competitions.
• Attend and monitor education field trips.
• Attend required staff meetings and training.
• Upon request, this role may be required to travel with child(ren), fourteen and under, to locations in the United States.
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or program director.

About Urban Strategies

Urban Strategies exist to equip, resource and connect faith‑and community-based organizations so that all children and families can reach their full potential. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., our team serves in the U.S. mainland, Puerto Rico, and Central America.

Company Culture

Our work is driven by our three core values:

• Authentic Relationships are foundational to our work and move beyond a transactional nature to truly know people. They serve as opportunities for mutual development and growth and are based on the belief that all people have inherent dignity and worth.
• Servant Leadership is rooted in an other-centric mindset that informs the way one leads and builds up individuals, families, and communities.
• Intentional Compassion describes a deliberate commitment to understand, formulate strategic responses, and activate others to reach their full potential.

Benefits

• Urban Strategies offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition to these benefits, we provide company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• 401K matched contributions up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation time is generous but varies depending on program and position.
• 9 Sick Days and 11 Holidays.
• Every teammate gets long and short‑term disability free.
• Positions that require laptops, the company provides one.
• Positions that require cellphone, company issues one.

PERKS

• Meaningful employee engagement programs.

Other

• Employment is conditional, pending satisfactory results of all required tests and background checks.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Models Urban Strategies
• Works Well with Team US
• Communicates Competently
• Demonstrates Accountability, Responsibility, and Dependability
• Delivers High Quality Work
• Identifies Problems, Finds Solutions

Equal Employment Opportunity

Urban Strategies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other legally protected classifications under applicable federal, state and local legal protections.