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- JobID: 2323
- Develops and administers ESOL curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Collaborates with subject area and grade level teachers to promote ELL student learning.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by state and district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy including differentiated instruction.
- Knowledge of DRC Insight, data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding ELL education and students.
- Ability to use computer network systems 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.
- Certification/License: Current Connecticut certification 111 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), PK–12 required.
- Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree in related area preferred.
Position Type:
Systemwide/ELL Teacher
Date Posted:
5/24/2022
Location:
Systemwide
Date Available:
07/01/2022
Closing Date:
06/20/2022
ESOL
Districtwide Elementary Level- .5 Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages. Current Connecticut certification 111 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), PK–12 required.
This is a K-5 teaching position in two of the district’s elementary schools. The schedule and times can be flexible and will be determined in consultation with the Instructional Leader for EL and building principals.
Position Purpose
The teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages develops students’ knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading English by developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborates with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators to address instructional needs; and works with families to establish a partnership dedicated to student support and success.
Essential Functions
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.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Education
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience is a plus.
FLSA Status: Exempt
