High School ELL Teacher (2026/2027 School Year)

Kuna Joint School District 3•Kuna, ID

21h

About The Position

Provides students with the fullest educational opportunity to learn and progress through use of appropriate teaching strategies and materials.

Requirements

Must possess a current Idaho Education Credential with appropriate endorsement
Language acquisition experience required
Positive public relations skills
Demonstrated ability to accomplish the major duties listed below

Responsibilities

Provide EL services to students according to level/area of need
Administer and Score the WIDA Access Screener for potential EL students in your building
Coordinate administration of state and district assessments in your building for EL students, and ensure testing accommodations are being done/offered
Administer/Proctor the Access to WIDA test for your building
Support teachers in the creation and implementation of ELP plans
Complete Peer Comparisons for SPED Referrals
Successful experience working with students in a classroom setting that include varying ability levels, including at-risk students.
Provide differentiated instruction to all students using a variety of instructional strategies.
Committed to continual collaboration with counselors, administrators and other teachers on student needs and highly effective instructional practices.
Accommodate implementation of special services (IEP, 504) when applicable.
Participate in staff meetings, staff projects and professional staff development.
Communicate effectively with parents and students.
Innovative, self-starter.
Strong classroom management skills
Perform such school-related duties as assigned by the principal.
Be knowledgeable of, and uphold all policies pertaining to teachers and students as specified in district rules and regulations.
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter competencies and/or skills to be presented to students.
Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students to the extent possible.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students within the limits of resources provided by the district.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishing clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
Upon request of the immediate supervisor, show written evidence of preparation.
Use instructional materials adopted by the district and employ methods that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Follow prescribed safety regulations.
Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Accept responsibility for extra-curricular activities and other duties as may be assigned to meet the needs of students.
Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication and cooperative relations with the administration, students, parents and colleagues.
Effectively participate in regular collaboration with team members to accomplish in-depth curriculum, assessment and instructional planning.
Work to incorporate best practices and literacy strategies into the specific content area.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
Know and follow district policy and chain of command.
Deal with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive, encouraging manner.
Act ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment.