Classroom Teacher / English as a Second Language (ESL)

Connecticut REAP•Old Lyme, CT

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About The Position

LEARN, Southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for an anticipated part-time Long-Term Substitute TESOL Teacher opening. General Scope of Responsibility The Long-Term Substitute TESOL Teacher is responsible for educating students and supporting teaching and instruction through coaching, professional development, and reporting. Relationship Within the Organization The Long-Term Substitute TESOL Teacher is responsible to the principal(s) and the Director of the Program.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field required.
CT Certification 111-Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) PK-12 OR Early Childhood Certificate required.

Responsibilities

Teach ELL students through planning and individualizing instruction to meet student needs.
Collect and provide data regarding student achievement and inform students of the basis of assessment.
Partner with teachers/instructors to support effective instruction for English Language Learners.
Communicate with parents and the greater community about learner needs and successes.
Assist in the completion of state mandated documentation.
Meet professional responsibilities listed in the Connecticut Teacher Competencies.
Promote self-awareness, self-respect, appropriate behavior and responsibility.
Maintain professional attitude in working with others.
Effectively manage student behavior.
Participate in and contribute to school programs, projects and professional activities.
Follow guidelines with regard to recordkeeping, documentation, and reporting.
Model appropriate social skills and behavior.
Foster self-worth and independence in students.
Assign duties and monitor teacher assistants and other persons assigned to the classroom.
Support program and agency goals.
Perform other duties associated with the position as directed by administration.