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