General Information
Position Title: EL Teacher
Department: Education Services
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Site Administrator
Salary Range: $46,744 to $107,076 Annually
General Summary of Purpose of Job: Develop and implement engaging standards based and inclusive lessons that are responsive to students' current skills and knowledge and provide for student growth and development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Partner with EL team, EL Coordinator and District/Site Administration to implement district Language Instruction Education Plan for English learners
* Promote instructional practice that is consistent with knowledge of child learning and development
* Collaborate and plan with EL team and mainstream cooperating teachers during the academic school year and approved paid summer planning time
* Partner with families to meet the unique needs of their children
* Attend parent-teacher conferences
* Arrange interpreters when needed
* Partner with Site Testing Coordinator to plan for and facilitate ACCESS testing
* Partner with EL team, classroom teachers and site administration in creating teaching and student schedules that follow LIEP service minutes
* Adhere to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies
* Partner with site EL team, EL coordinator, and site administration to address identified areas of improvement and work towards possible solutions
* Support the district's mission, vision, values and strategic plan
* Facilitate professional development when needed
* Complete and send home parent letters in accordance with district and federal guidance
* Scaffold instruction to make language and content accessible for our English language learners
* Other duties as assigned
Work Requirements and Characteristics
Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in ESL or a related field; appropriate Minnesota teaching licensure for subject area and level taught.
License/Certification Requirements: Valid Minnesota Teaching License or five (5) or more years of teaching experience.
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Appropriate Minnesota teaching licensure for subject area and level taught
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organizational and presentation skills
* Strong skills in differentiated instruction
* Skills in behavior management and classroom management
* Skills in technology integration
* Demonstrated leadership skills
* Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with administrators, teachers, staff, and students
* Ability to meet the instructional needs of a diverse group of students
* Ability to promote strong student learning outcomes
* Ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships
* Ability to analyze, prioritize, and implement plans in a timely and professional manner
* Commitment to professional development and continuous growth
* Demonstrated prompt, regular, and reliable attendance
Benefits
* HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental
* 403(b) retirement with district match
* Flexible spending account
* Paid time off and leave benefits
* Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract
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