EL Teacher

El Teacher

Location:

Steger Primary Center, Steger Intermediate Center, Columbia Central School

Supervisor:
Principal, Director of Student Services

FLSA Status:
Union

Job Summary:

To provide academic support to students who are English Language Learners to help them transition to speaking, reading and writing the English language

Essential Functions:

• Conduct assessments and identify students for the Program
• Develop program curriculum
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of English Language Learner students
• Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and help the students make a satisfactory transition to a regular classroom
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records
• Communicates with parents through a variety of means
• Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interprets the school program
• Communicates with classroom teachers regarding the Program and student information
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records

Additional Responsibilities:
Additional tasks as assigned

Physical Activity:
The role requires frequent walking and standing

Work Environment:
The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with:
Bilingual Education endorsement or ESL endorsement

Licenses/Credential:
Valid Illinois Teacher's License (PEL)

Terms of Employment:
All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association

Evaluation:
The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel