Description

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School seeks qualified candidates to fill the position of ESL/ESOL Teacher Assistant in K-5 to support our temporary Israeli student population during the current school year. The ideal candidate has considerable knowledge of second language teaching/learning methods and techniques to target growth in English language learners’ oral comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. In addition to the instructional skills requisite for this position, successful candidates will actively partner with lead teachers to support student success. They will have a love of children, experience in elementary education, and strong collaborative skills. Compensation: $30/Hour Flexible Hours and Schedule

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate the individual needs of ESOL students and tailor instruction to support growth in oral comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and math and science in English.
• Work closely with the teachers of all ESOL students to modify assignments and make recommendations to help English Language Learners reach learning goals across the subject areas.
• Co-teach with Language Arts, Math, and Science teachers to support classroom instruction for ESOL students.
• Conduct pull-out lessons targeted at language acquisition.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be experienced in and knowledgeable about effective second language teaching/learning methods and strategies.
• Be well-versed in elementary literacy instruction, including structured literacy as well as phonemic awareness acquisition.
• Have experience in collaborating with teachers to support students in their learning of course content.
• Have outstanding communication skills and a reputation for establishing a positive rapport with colleagues and students.
• Model the values of the school in all areas of professional responsibility.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• A minimum of 1-3 years of successful formal teaching experience in a public or independent school.
• ESOL/TESOL certification or endorsement.

To learn more about the School and to apply, visit: https://www.cesjds.org/about/work-at-cesjds

Work Environment:

• Faculty may be asked to perform their work responsibilities on campus and/or at home. In both settings, the teacher is required to maintain a professional environment.
• While on campus, classes may be operating either in person or in an alternative setting. Teachers are expected to be present and accessible for the entire school day (contracted hours), regardless of the setting.
• In accordance with the School's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, the School has adopted a mandatory Vaccination Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families and the community at large from infectious diseases such as COVID-19 and the flu, which may be reduced by annual vaccinations. This policy complies with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities, as applicable.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.