Job Title: Teacher – PYP K-5 Wage/ Status: Exempt
Department: Primary Years Programme HR Revised: May 2026
Reports to: Primary Years Programme Principal
Westlake Academy is a K-12 open-enrollment public charter school operated by the Town of Westlake, Texas. The Academy is committed to academic excellence and global-mindedness through its International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The school fosters a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and innovation to develop well-rounded students prepared for leadership roles in a dynamic and interconnected world.
Westlake Academy is seeking qualified and enthusiastic candidates to join its pool of K-5 PYP teachers. Candidates in this pool will be considered for future teaching opportunities as positions for the 2025-2026 school year. Faculty members are expected to uphold the principles of the IB curriculum while fostering a rigorous, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.
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Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required; Graduate degree preferred.
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Valid Texas Teacher Certification is preferred. Selected candidates who do not hold a valid certification must obtain appropriate certification or credential within one year of hire to be considered for continued employment
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ESL certification
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Demonstrated competency in assigned core academic subject areas.
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Demonstrated competency in IB Curriculum and Instruction desirable.
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Completion and successful results of the state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check is required.
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Ability to comply with all TEA regulations, applicable federal, state, and local laws, school policies, and standards of the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
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Is legally able to work in the United States.
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Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience.
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Continually strives to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, increase knowledge of content subject matter, and interpersonal relationships.
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Effectively displays the ability to work collaboratively with
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Utilize effective communication skills to present information accurately and
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Possess exceptional pedagogical skills and
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Display strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal
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Accept and implement constructive feedback in a professional
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Utilize technology to strengthen the teaching/learning
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Able to maintain confidential information pertaining to students, employees, volunteers, and the general operations of Westlake Academy.
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Collaborate regularly with the IB coordinators and teachers to design, implement, and reflect on IB unit
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Collaborates with the IB coordinators to produce supplementary teaching and learning materials that support IB conceptual understanding.
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Attend faculty meetings and other appropriate staff
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Communicates regularly and appropriately with parents/guardians regarding their child’s classroom performance; develops methods in support of classroom goals and teacher expectations in the home
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Maintains professional relationships and communication with parents, students, and campus personnel; ensures that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
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Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and
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Stay informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
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Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with campus goals, assigned areas of responsibility, and the varied needs of students.
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Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
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Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as
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Assists in the proctoring of public and internal
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Assists with educational visits relevant to their classes or
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Performs other duties, as assigned by the PYP Principal, Principal, or Head of School.
The performance of this job will be evaluated at least annually by the PYP Principal or Assistant Principal.
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 lbs.); may lift and move equipment; occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.
Environment: Work inside, may work outside.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours.
This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.
