The Bibb County Public School District is now accepting applications for the 2021 - 2022 school year. 

Candidates must have an endorsement or certification in ESOL. In addition, Early Childhood Education (P-5) or Secondary (4-8) or (6-12) certification is a requirement for ESOL positions. Candidates must have a strong interest in working with international students. 
 
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Under direction of ESOL Lead Teachers, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for EL students. The ESOL Teacher will provide instruction through state approved delivery models.
 
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, and SKILLS:
To perform this job successfully, the ESOL teacher must be able to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily and have knowledge of WIDA standards, Georgia Performance Standards, techniques for integrating curriculum, effective instructional practices, and Bibb County BOE policies. The ESOL Teacher must understand principles of language acquisition and be able to provide instruction and teaching suggestions for all language proficiency levels, to infuse technology into curriculum, and to work effectively with administrators, staff, students, parents and interpreters. The ESOL teacher must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication in English and possess strong human relations skills.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO LEAD TEACHER:
1. Prepare class schedule for approval.
2. Submit lesson plans for review.
3. Maintain accurate student records concerning ESOL eligibility and testing accommodations.
4. Perform additional duties as assigned by ESOL Lead Teacher.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES TO SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR AND CLASSROOM TEACHERS:
1. Make the ESOL program a positive presence in each school.
2. Offer teaching strategies and recommendations for accommodations (for both instruction and testing).
3. Offer professional development about language acquisition and most effective practices in teaching ELs.
4. Follow professional practices consistent with school and system policies when working with students, students' records, parents, and colleagues.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
1 Must hold a Clear Renewable GA teaching certificate, along with ESOL certification or ESOL endorsement. 
2. Must hold Early Childhood Education (P-5) certification for the elementary school grade levels.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to move around the classroom (includes actions such as stooping, bending, standing for extended periods, and moving objects and materials). Crisis intervention may require participating in physical restraints. Itinerant teachers will need to be able to travel to multiple sites and maintain a very active schedule under strict time constraints.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1 For itinerant ESOL positions, it is required to have reliable transportation for travel between schools.
2. It is required to attend ESOL department meetings.
3. It is required to maintain parent contact throughout the school year and accommodate both parent and interpreter schedules when planning parent-teacher meetings and school events.
 
SALARY/TERMS/BENEFITS:
1. 190 day work year.
2. Salary based on certification and experience; placement on the Georgia Annual Salary Schedule and position supplement(s).
3. Excellent benefits package (including health insurance; dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); personal and sick leave; membership in Teachers' Retirement System.
 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Complete an online application.
2. Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
3. Submit a resume and cover letter.
 
 
Screening/consideration for employment will begin after the closing date. An eligibility list will be created and will include only the candidates who meet the established qualifications. Chosen candidates will be contacted for interviews.
 
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