English Learner Teacher of Record Job Gary area,Indiana USA,Education / Teaching

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JOB TITLE:
English Learners Teacher of Record (EL-TOR)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The EL Teacher of Record position was established to create educator partnerships and better understanding of English Learners' culture and background to best serve their academic, language and emotional needs. These goals will be achieved by assisting with instruction, assessment, curriculum, classroom management, professional development, technical assistance, and family & community engagement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed teacher
EL endorsement/experience preferred
Bilingual/Multilingual preferred
Collaborative and willing to work with multiple teachers possibly across several buildings
Highly organized with the ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge and understanding of the law and NESP and Title III requirements
Knowledge of second language acquisition and the acculturation process
Strong understanding of WIDA standards/assessments

REPORTS TO:
Title I/EL Director and Building Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with EL students providing English language development instruction

Collaborate with teachers to build their capacity to effectively instruct English Learners in the classroom

Develop core knowledge among all teachers and administrators in regards to second language acquisition and promote practices that celebrate both cultures and languages

Offer English Learner support within the classroom to create opportunities for joint productive activities between ELs and their native-English speaking peers

Assist teachers in implementation of WIDA standards in the classroom

Assist in administering WIDA Screener, WIDA ACCESS, Kindergarten ACCESS, and Alternate ACCESS

Ensure that LAU requirements are met within the general educational setting

Assist in development and implementation of ILP goals and accommodations

Assist in the acquisition of resources that reflect students' linguistic and cultural diversity

Communicate with families about EL program-related information in a timely manner and in accordance with state and federal regulations

Provide family outreach

Direct instructional assistants in providing an effective EL program that addresses the needs of individual students

Assist in coordinating building and district level program development and review

Provide EL expertise in meetings regarding EL students' behavior (MTSS), EL students with disabilities (Case conferences), EL students being referred for Special Education evaluation, EL students being recommended for retention, EL students who are also high ability, and other school-based processes pertaining to EL students.

Remain current in the latest educational research, especially in second language acquisition

Perform other related duties as assigned

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Benefits

Benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement