Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ESL

Date Posted:
7/8/2021

Location:
English Language Learners

School/Location
Administration - District ELL Office
Elem. ELL Collaborative Teacher

Job ID: 4232

Job Description
Contingent upon funding

(Contingent upon funding) - CBH position - full-time permanent teaching position beginning at the start of the 2021/2022 school year.

Resume and cover letter required.

***Accommodations for virtual interviews will be made during this hiring season, please apply***

Under the direct supervision of the building administrator with the support of the Director of English Language Learners, the English Learner Collaborative (ELC) teacher is primarily responsible for providing direct English Language Development instruction, as necessary and appropriate, to English Learners placed in the ELC program. The ELC teacher should ensure that appropriate supports for ELC students are in place to meet their language development needs. The ELC teacher is also responsible for using district approved software to maintain accurate records and data to monitor the progress and inform the instruction of identified English Learners

The Elementary ELC Teacher will provide direct instruction to ELL students as necessary and appropriate. The Elementary ELC Teacher, as appropriate, will monitor the progress of identified ELL students within the school. The Elementary ELC teacher will work in coordination with administrative teams, coach teams, RTI teams, and any addition student support teams as appropriate.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction of English Language Development to identified ELC students based on most recent dataProvide recommendations for programming and placement of ELs in the buildingCollaborate with school and district level staff to continuously improve instruction for English LearnersWork in conjunction with principals and faculty to develop and sustain professional learning communities at the school sitesWork with administration and teachers to consistently use effective teaching practices to incorporate the Language Standards into all content areas.Work with the principal and leadership team to ensure frequent monitoring and assessment of student learningBe knowledgeable of current teaching methodologies, strategies and research for implementation of language development supportsBuild an understanding of second language acquisition (i.e culturally responsive classroom, language development, classroom environment, instructional modifications, and best practices, etc.) for all educators working with ELsServe as a resource in identifying appropriate instructional strategies and interventions for English Learners as they acquire English and content knowledgeEnsure the effective and equitable integration of EL students in the general education settingProvide assistance to colleagues in making the CCSS and the Next Generation Science Standards accessible to ELs at their current grade levelsBuild capacity of General Education, Special Education, and itinerant teachers to meet the language development needs of ELsCollaborate with Teacher Support Teams to develop and implement plans designed to assist struggling English Learners.Participate in IEP meetings for English Learners, acting as EL liaison and team member to provide information and interpret data in relation to second language acquisition, time in program, educational history, and student demographics.Ensure all ELs receive appropriate EL accommodations for local and state assessmentsSupport state and local administration of assessments while adhering as closely as possible to daily scheduleAssist with assessment administration, record keeping, and reporting as required in conjunction with the Office of Research, Planning and AccountabilitySupport teachers in interpreting data and student information in relation to second language learners/acquisitionPerform all other duties as assignedAssist in the implementation of all state and locally mandated assessments in which ELLs participateMaintain, organize and share data as appropriateMaintain grades as appropriate

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Unwavering belief that all English Learners can achieve at high levels when given the appropriate supportsBelief that English Learners, their cultural backgrounds, and home languages are assets to our district and communityApproach English language learning from an additive vs deficit perspectiveHaving a growth mindset for students and self (on a continual pursuit for self-growth, open to feedback and coaching)

Salary Rate Range
Teacher Salary Scale

RIDE Requirements
Elem. KG-6 with ESL or Elem. 1-6 with ESL

ESL Certificate
or
Elem. Sp. Ed. Certificate/Endorsement Preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• Elem. KG-6 or Elem. 1-6 with ESL End.ESL CertificateElem. Sp. Ed. Certificate/Endorsement PreferredStrong organizational and communication skillsAbility to analyze data to inform instructionKnowledge of the WIDA Standards, Stages of Language Acquisition, English Language Development resources, current research and research-based practices in teaching English as a new languageKnowledgeable of current teaching methodologies, strategies and research for implementation of language development supportsAbility to design and deliver instruction utilizing research-based teaching practices for ELsAbility to collaborate with colleagues and effectively lead teams of teachers in making accommodations for ELs within the coreAbility to analyze data to inform instructionDemonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, web applications, google drive, and industry-specific technology.Strong organizational and communication skillsFollow through on school and department commitments in a timely mannerExperience working with dually identified English Learners (preferred)You must complete the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employmentBilingual PreferredSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check. Selected candidates cannot begin work until passing their background check.