English Language (EL) Teacher

Teacher Level: PreK -22 years old

Building Location: District-wide

Total FTE: 1.0

Performs intermediate professional work enhancing student learning through individual and small group interventions, assessments and progress monitoring, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Essential Functions:

Implement lesson plans and strategy development;

Provide direct teaching instruction to identified Multilingual Learners, including newcomer students, to improve academic achievement in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as cultural orientation;

Collaborate with general education teachers to enhance lesson plans and select appropriate educational materials and activities that help Multilingual Learners meet curriculum objectives aligned with district curriculum and state outcomes;

Coordinate and/or deliver training as needed in regards to “best practices” to support English Language Development (ELD) for general education teachers;

Communicate the needs of identified Multilingual Learners to general education teachers to ensure student success;

Complete diagnostic assessments/screenings on identified students; monitor student performance, progress and behavior on a regular basis; maintain a classroom conducive to learning; reinforce information previously presented in the classroom; supervise students during the school day per established schedule.

Interpret results of diagnostic screening/assessments; implement appropriate interventions based on diagnostics; establish process monitoring groups and accurately enter and interpret data; regularly monitor students’ progress using Grade Outcome Measurements; assist staff in intervention procedures, data entry and provide instruction as necessary; maintain accurate attendance records, student progress, and direct behavior rating scale monitoring for each student; submit year-end data report as directed by supervisor.

Participate in internal and external meetings, open houses and special events; attend professional development activities and identify areas of growth and development; communicate with Teachers on a regular basis; attend parent and/or student conferences; Maintain a safe environment for students.

The successful candidate must have earned a B.A. or B.S. degree. Candidate must posess highly effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work harmoniously with a wide range of students, families, and staff members. Additional demonstrated qualifications include: commitment to the equitable education of all students; creative planning and organizational skills, and experience working with and celebrating diverse learners.  Being bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred for this position.

Licensing Requirements: Current Minnesota K-12 ESL/EL Licensure