Summary

ESL Teacher for grades PreK-6

Description

Summary: Provide a rigorous, stimulating and positive learning experience for all students; work closely with parents and/or guardians to support student performance, and collaborate with other staff to create a safe, structured learning community.
Positive School Community
•    Establish and enforce Responsive Classroom practices consistently, including Take a Break, Modeling, Logical Consequences, attend morning meetings and closing circles when appropriate
•    Organize and lead classroom activities to promote physical, mental and social emotional health and development
•    Maintain positive, professional relationships with staff, students and parents in and out of school
•    Meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss student progress and to determine priorities and needs for their students
•    Communicate with parents and families regularly, through range of means (newsletters, designated phone apps, phone calls and email).
•    Attend and help coordinate monthly family events
•    Implement school discipline policies as explained in the Schoolwide Guide
Curriculum
•    Implement identified ELL curriculum and WIDA standards with fidelity as directed by administration, Integrating with classroom curriculum when applicable.
•    Establish and communicate objectives for ALL lessons based on MN State Standards and WIDA standards
•    Plan and prepare activities for a balanced program of modeling, guided practice and independent work that provides students with opportunities to inquire, explore and investigate
•    Prepare daily lesson plans and provide written evidence of planning as requested by turning in lesson plans by Monday at 9:00 a.m.
•    Collaborate as necessary with grade-level teams to promote learning and consistency between classrooms and determine special needs of EL students
•    Integrate arts and technology into lessons to enhance teaching
•    Adapt and differentiate teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ various needs and interests
•    Schedule and meet with identified EL students according to their needs
•    Collaborate with ESL Staff and school administration to ensure high rigor EL-specific academics are being taught.
Assessment
•    Assess and evaluate students’ academic performance on a regular basis to enhance and inform instruction.
•    Administer WIDA ACCESS testing appropriately and accurately as determined by state rules and law
•    Maintain accurate and complete student files and a grade book as required by law, the school and EL regulations and standards
•    Prepare academic and behavioral reports on students and activities as requested by administration
•    Track EL students’ progress and comply with all state and federal laws regarding EL students.
Professional Responsibilities
•    Select, store and inventory classroom equipment, materials and supplies
•    Meet with school administrators, coaches and other school professionals regarding individual student needs
•    Attend professional trainings and workshops to improve professional competence
•    Attend all staff meetings; serve on committees as required and be aware of and follow all policies and essential agreements within the school
•    Enforce the school food rules, as well as healthy snack expectations and Wellness policy
•    Adhere to all Stonebridge Policies, Essential Agreements and School-Wide Guide
•    Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education
•    Valid Minnesota teaching license for the appropriate level or subject area (ELL)
•    Alignment with our mission and vision
•    Charter school commitment
•    Strong classroom management skills
•    Experience working with high needs students and diverse communities
•    Ability to effectively and openly communicate and work with diverse populations
•    Adaptable and flexible with a positive professional demeanor
•    Bilingual in Spanish, Somali or represented language a plus
Stonebridge World School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.