ELL Teacher - Elementary/Middle School

Waterloo Community School District•Waterloo, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing educational leadership through the Waterloo Community School District curriculum and to facilitate learning that challenges and supports all students in an equitable and safe environment and that meets Board Policy 102.0 (Educational Philosophy) and Board and building educational goals. This position delivers the curriculum selected by the district, congruent with the district-adopted curricula scope and sequence, in a manger congruent with district expectations for teaching strategies, approaches and methodologies. All criteria are Iowa Teaching Standards except for those denoted with an asterisk () which are Waterloo Community Schools criteria.

Requirements

Appropriate degree(s) earned from an accredited college or university BA
Iowa Teacher's Certification
ESL/TESOL Endorsement or the equivalent
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology
Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
Demonstrated experience as a self-starter
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Good organizational skills
Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process
Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
Knowledge of Google Suite applications
Knowledge of computer-related storage devices
Knowledge of educational copyright laws
Knowledge of computer security expectations

Nice To Haves

Preferred Elementary and/or additional content area certification
Teaching experience
Teaching ELL in a diverse setting.
Preferred experience with diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

Enhances academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals.
Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position.
Plans and prepares for instruction.
Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students.
Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning.
Manages the classroom.
Pursues professional growth.
Fulfills professional responsibilities.
Adheres to board policies, regulations, district procedures and contractual obligations.
Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and individual district policies and regulations.
Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals.
Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff.
Collaborates with students, families, colleagues and communities to enhance student learning.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Provides and maintains accurate records and information.
Provides adequate plans and procedures for substitutes.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
Attends and participates in required district, department/program, building and parent conference meetings as scheduled.
Selects appropriate channels for resolving conflicts, concerns or problems.
Dresses to promote a professional image so as not to disrupt the educational environment.
Abides by federal legislation and the rules and regulations that govern program/grant compliance for special federal and state programs or grants.
Implements Title I regulations and District policies and procedures.
Implements Special Education regulations (IDEA) and Iowa Administrative Code, and District policies and procedures.