What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELL Teacher position at Horizon Science Academy Des Moines?
Job Summary:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Instructs English Learners for the purpose of improving their success in academics and skills
- Develops lesson plans and delivers group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines
- Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans
- Obtains training for and assists with the administration of language assessments for the purpose of evaluating student language proficiency (MODEL and/or W-APT and screenings, ACCESS test)
- Maintains organized records of documentation regarding student achievement in core courses
- Collaborates with English Learners coordinator and other staff to support students experiencing academic performance challenges related to English language learning
- Interprets student performance data and implements appropriate support structures
- Communicates and confers effectively both orally and in written form with students, parents, colleagues, and administration
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note:
- The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of ELL principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with language needs
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to co-teach and support students in both large and small group settings
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.