EL Teacher; Elementary

Position: EL Teacher (Elementary)

Title

Early Childhood English Language Learner Teacher

Classification

Certified

Division/Department

Curriculum and Instruction

Job Category

Teacher

FLSA

Exempt

Qualifications

Kansas Teaching Certificate with ESL endorsement at the Early Childhood Level. Valid Kansas Drivers License.

Reports To

Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Building Principal, District ELL Coordinator.

Supervises

ELL Aide(s), Students.

BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE

The teacher of English Language Learners will deliver the district’s program for teaching English to students acquiring the English language in the context of the preschool academic curriculum at multiple school sites.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach. The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people. The employee occasionally works extended hours.

CRITICAL SKILLS

• Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Planning and preparation based upon students needs:
Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students;
Select instructional goals;
Demonstrate knowledge of resources;
Assess student learning using appropriate measures.

2. Classroom Environment:
Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport;
Establish a culture for learning;
Establish and maintain classroom procedures;
Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors;
Organize space for learning.

3. Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs:
Communicate clearly and accurately;
Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques;
Engage students in learning;
Provide timely feedback to students;
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs.

4. Professional responsibilities:
Follow contractual responsibilities;
Engage in reflective practice;
Maintain accurate records;
Communicate with families;
Engage in professional development activities;
Maintain appropriate licensure;
Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and screen students who speak or understand two or more languages.
• Complete required state and district paperwork on EC ELL students.
• Provide Early Childhood Principal and the ELL Coordinator with updates on EC ELL students.
• Monitor language and academic progress of individual EC ELL students.
• Serve as a resource to classroom teachers in modifying lessons for EC ELL students.
• Serve as a communication link between school and home.
• Participate on building teams identifying special needs of EC ELL students.
• Provide training and supervision to aides serving EC ELL students.
• Coordinate/provide building in-service on EC English Language Learners.
• Provide direct instruction to students as needed.

Term of Employment

Teacher Contract

Salary Range

Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.

Evaluation Frequency

Job performance will be evaluated a minimum of 1 time per year.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Benefits

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of KS;
Delta Dental Group;
Employee Term Life Insurance;
Supplemental Employee & Dependent Term Life Insurance;
Group Short Term Disability;
Group Vision Insurance;
Individual Cancer Plan;
Medical Reimbursement;
Spending Account;
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account;
Tax Sheltered Annuities; KPERS Retirement; 10 days leave;
Professional Development.

Employer Information

Geary County USD 475 serves the communities of Junction City, Fort Riley, Milford, and Grandview Plaza with 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 6‑A academy‑structured Talent Development High School, as well as a center for Innovative Studies, and Early Childhood programs. We offer outstanding professional development opportunities, access to state‑of‑the‑art technology in every classroom, and a competitive salary package in a community with a variety of outdoor activities as well as theater, art exhibits, and hometown family‑oriented events.

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