ELL Teacher at Oliver Middle School

Centennial Sd 28J•Portland, OR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Teacher – English as a Second Language is for the purpose/s of providing instruction to students whose first language is not English, so that they might become proficient in English as quickly as possible. This role involves assessing student language proficiency, designing and implementing service delivery models, providing instruction, and serving as a resource to staff on curriculum adaptations. The teacher will also conduct inservice training, maintain records of LEP students, and communicate with various stakeholders including parents and administrators. Planning and implementing a program of study aligned with state and district goals, guiding the learning process, and employing appropriate instructional methods are key responsibilities. Collaboration with school personnel and parents is essential for improving ESL student performance. The role also includes preparing teaching materials and reports, demonstrating a professional attitude, attending staff meetings, and meeting state standards for competent and ethical performance. Other duties include directing educational assistant activities, upholding school rules and policies, assisting in district-wide ESL program planning, maintaining accurate records, and participating in various meetings.

Requirements

Proper TSPC Licensure with ESOL endorsement required.
Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, provide direction to others and make independent judgments, keep and maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds, communicate in oral and written form.
Significant physical abilities include /reaching/handling, fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception and accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Prior job related experience.
Skills in collaboration, group process and team facilitation.
Training and/or experience in testing, multi-level instruction, cooperative learning, integrated curriculum, whole language, and related reading techniques, portfolio assessment, and planning/designing/implementing curriculum adaptations.
Knowledge of current English as a Second Language policies and practices.
Knowledge and experience working with outside agencies.
Ability to speak a second language preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess student language proficiency in English of students in grades K-12.
Determine and Evaluate learning objectives in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Design and implement an appropriate service delivery model.
Provide instruction and tutorial services to students as needed.
Serve as a resource to staff on adaptations of curriculum.
Conduct and/or coordinate inservice training for support staff, teachers, and assistants as requested.
Maintain accurate records of LEP student population.
Communicate with the Director of Student Services, building principals, building team members, parents, out-of-district agencies, and other school personnel as appropriate.
Plan and Implement a program of study following state and district goals that, as much as possible, meet the individual needs and abilities of the students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
Employ instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting objectives.
Assess students’ academic learning and/or skills for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Collaborate with school personnel and parents for the purpose of improving the quality of ESL student performance, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
Prepare teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal record, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude when carrying out responsibilities as a faculty member.
Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as requested.
Meet the state standards for competent and ethical performance.
Direct educational assistant activities.
Become familiar with and uphold the enforcement of school rules, Administrative Regulations and Board Policy.
Assist in the district-wide planning of the ESL program.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and Administrative Regulations.
Confer with colleagues, administrators, students and/or parents when necessary.
Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information.