English Language Development Teacher

School District of Lancaster•Wheatland Ms, PA

About The Position

The English Language Development Teacher helps each limited English proficient (LEP) student increase English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The teacher also supports students in developing critical thinking, effective communication, understanding of cultural heritage and diversity, respect for human dignity, and responsibility to themselves and their community so they can become contributing members of society. The role involves assessing students’ English proficiency and designing instruction to increase proficiency, differentiating curriculum, and working with regular education teachers through collaboration, team teaching, and the provision of resources and strategies for LEP students. The teacher maintains classroom equipment and student records, plans and delivers varied instruction, communicates with parents, participates in meetings and professional development, and supports student work aligned with district core content and exit outcomes. The position reports to the Principal. Employment terms are at the Board’s request, and performance is evaluated under the District’s Professional Evaluation Plan – Observation/Supervision/Evaluation Plan.

Requirements

Appropriate Pennsylvania teacher certification.
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate major study.
Strong motivational, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with a team of adults.
Willingness to participate in shared decision-making using consensus and collaborative decision-making styles.
Ability to communicate effectively with, instruct, and work with students and parents.
Mastery of specialized pedagogical approaches, such as cooperative learning, learning styles, and multiple intelligences.
Other qualifications may be accepted if deemed appropriate by the Board.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Organize and maintain the classroom and equipment in functioning order and create an organized atmosphere conducive to learning.
Teach and apply safety principles as part of instruction.
Maintain current knowledge of technology education and use equipment, apparatus, and technology to supplement instruction where possible.
Maintain student records and required paperwork.
Communicate regularly with parents and be available for educational purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested.
Plan and use a variety of instructional techniques and strategies.
Assess LEP students’ English proficiency and design programs to improve their proficiency.
Assist in planning and differentiating curriculum for LEP students.
Help students complete tasks and prepare quality projects or performances to meet district core content items and exit outcomes.
Provide regular education teachers with resources and strategies appropriate for LEP students.
Team-teach with regular education teachers.
Attend staff and department meetings.
Participate in continuing education and staff development.
Supervise corridors, the cafeteria, and other areas as assigned.
Assist in emergency situations.