DLI English Language Arts Teacher (8th Grade) - Edison K-8

South Bend Community School Corp•South Bend, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide 8th Grade language acquisition and core academic instruction in accordance with the Indiana Academic Standards in all core subject areas for a class of English Dual Language Immersion students. Possess strong reading content knowledge to recognize reader’s strengths and the ability to analyze student’s reading behaviors. Design intensive, small-group intervention for reading, and English Language Arts, informed by data. Implement high-gains, evidence- based instructional strategies. Understands and uses a variety of instructional practices/strategies/routines to encourage the development of critical thinking skills, problem-solving, and performance skills.

Requirements

Must hold a current Indiana License/Certification in English Language Arts
Must be fluent in English in all domains: Listening, Speaking, Writing, and Reading.
Will be required to teach English Language Arts to 8th grade Dual Language Immersion students.
Should have the ability to understand and accept the philosophy of the Bilingual Services Department in reference to the education of Multilingual Learners
Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies, specific to bilingual (SIOP) methodology, and materials for DLI/EL students
Knowledge of second language acquisition theory and practice
Thorough and complete knowledge of WIDA ELD Standards/Model Performance Indicators and content of grade level areas
Willingness to attend ongoing training
Must not have had a recommendation for Probation Assistance on most recent evaluation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
ESL/EL/ENL certified or licensed preferred
Previous experience in an urban school setting preferred

Responsibilities

Use balanced literacy concepts such as shared reading and guided reading
Provide differentiated instruction and EL strategies to meet the needs of DLI, EL students and struggling readers
Use formative assessments to guide reading instruction
Use current English Language Arts curriculum, materials and supplemental resources, including resources for English learners.
Positive interaction with families and students from a diverse range of economic, social, and ethnic backgrounds
Develop and maintain contact with parents, and involve parents and guardians as partners in their student’s education
Analyze student’s formative and summative data, and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs
Differentiate and develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for DLI EL students with various English proficiency levels
Administer all State standardized assessments and STAMP
Willingness to actively participate in professional development activities and work closely with Title I/II/III personnel, administration, and district level curriculum department
Use of technology within instruction
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school
Work collaboratively with the Bilingual Education Specialist and other members of the Bilingual Services Department
Work with teachers individually or in collaborative teams to provide practical support in reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies for DLI students
Provide professional development in second language acquisition theory to staff members
Provide leadership for integration of DLI and EL strategies and practices across the school community