EL Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Valid teaching certificate

* TESOL Endorsement

REPORTS TO:

* Building Principal

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Evaluates, instructs and improves English proficiency using proven, research based instructional practices

* Experience administering the OELPA

* Knowledgeable of State and federal requirements

* Implements programs of study

* Provides evaluation and testing for non-English speaking and limited proficiency

* Provides instruction to each ESL/LEP student appropriate to his/her level as determined by formal

* Provides periodic written reports to parents of ESL/LEP students in regard to child's progress.

* Provides referral to existing guidance and counseling as well as other support resources within the district where

* Provides assessment for newly arriving non-English speaking

* Confers with classroom teachers regarding each student's program and provides content area teachers with strategies for working with English Language learners.

* Participates in in-service and teacher training provided by the

* Meets with ESL Coordinator at regular

* Provides support and resource information classroom

* Assist testing coordinators in the planning and implementing of state standardized tests.

* Fosters an inclusive classroom climate conducive to learning that is consistent with both district and building goals

* Utilizes instructional and behavioral management systems that increase student learning

* Monitors student progress toward mastery of instructional goals and objectives

* Communicates effectively within the educational community and with parents on a regular basis

* Meets professional responsibilities

* Demonstrates accurate and current knowledge in subject area

* Differentiates instruction to promote achievement for all students

* Leverages district curriculum maps and Common Instruction Map in instructional planning

* Follows established discipline procedures

* Encourages students' attendance

* Sets high positive expectations for the performance of all students

* Implements concepts of PBIS consistently and with fidelity

* Prepares and implements lesson plans to teach instructional objectives

* Follows grading policies and procedures, and maintains accurate and complete student records

* Follows confidentiality procedures regarding students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members

* Adheres to established federal, state, District and Board laws, policies, rules, and regulations

Contract days: 184 days

Salary:
In accordance with established salary schedule