Dual Language Teacher; K-5 English

Job Description

NCE has a two-way immersion dual language program in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. The school is currently looking for a 4th or 5th grade English World Teacher who will teach ELA and Social Studies only. This is a great opportunity for teachers interested in teaching in a dual language school.

Required to hold state certification in Elementary (license code 025), Spanish (license code 521) and designated as "highly qualified".

• Teach students academic, social, and motor skills in public schools.
• Prepare course objectives and outlines for the course of study following curriculum guidelines or state and school requirements.
• Lecture, demonstrate, and use audiovisual teaching aids and best practices to present subject matter to class.
• Prepare, administer, and correct tests, and record results.
• Assign lessons, correct papers, and conduct oral presentations.
• Develop and maintain a behavioral plan and order in classroom, on playground, and throughout the campus.
• Counsel students when adjustment and academic problems arise.
• Discuss students' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents.
• Keep attendance and grade records as required by school.
• Coordinate class field trips.
• Teach combined, combination, or inclusion classes.
• Specialize by subject taught, such as math, science, or social studies, music, etc.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues and in the school's learning community.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Physical:
  Must be able to operate various equipment and a motor vehicle; lift up to 10 pounds occasionally; perform light work such as walking or standing.
• Data Conception:
  Ability to compare and judge observable characteristics of data, people, or things.
• Interpersonal Communication:
  Ability to give instructions, directions, and exchange information orally.
• Language Ability:
  Ability to read, prepare, and edit written correspondence, reports, and forms; speak before groups with poise and confidence.
• Intelligence:
  Apply logical or scientific thinking to define problems and draw conclusions.
• Verbal Aptitude:
  Record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively in standard English.
• Numerical Aptitude:
  Utilize mathematical formulas, perform basic arithmetic, and apply algebraic and statistical principles.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude:
  Inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
• Motor Coordination:
  Coordinate hands and eyes rapidly with office equipment.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Handle a variety of items such as office equipment and hand tools.
• Color Discrimination:
  Not required to differentiate between colors.
• Interpersonal Temperament:
  Adapt to performing under stress and emergency situations.
• Physical Communication:
  Talk, hear, and communicate via telephone.

• Masterful knowledge of curriculum and best practices.
• Highly developed presentation skills.
• Knowledge of staff development models that lead to effective teacher development.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Considerable human relations and human development skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Good technical skills with technology and presentation tools.
• Ability to use common office machines and software for word processing, spreadsheets, and file maintenance.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records, statistics, and develop meaningful reports.
• Ability to plan and evaluate strategies for new teacher development.
• Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required.
• Ability to work with adult learners.

Full‑time for ten months. Salary based on state and local salary schedules.

The preceding job description was 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 to this job.