ESOL Teacher

Rock Hill School District•Rock Hill, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ML/ESOL Teacher teaches students with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), supports general education teachers in improving student achievement, and uses appropriate standards, content materials, technology, resources, and research-based strategies to address multilingual students’ needs. The position may serve multiple schools and operates under limited supervision using standardized practices and methods. It may involve leading, guiding, or coordinating others and may require resources from other work units. Other duties may be assigned for the benefit of the district. This is a full-time, 190-day position on the teacher salary schedule. The start date is determined by Human Resources. The position reports to the Principal.

Requirements

South Carolina certification in the appropriate area.
Strong GPA in relevant coursework.
Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
Familiarity with educational technology tools.
Strong classroom management skills and a growth-oriented mindset.
Knowledge and experience teaching LEP students; enthusiasm for instructing students is desired.
Ability to apply effective and innovative LEP instructional and student evaluation techniques.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop interpersonal relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, staff, and the public.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups, maintain confidentiality, work with frequent interruptions, and independently analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to analyze data using complex processes and use job-related equipment.
Valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation.
Ability to travel to district buildings and professional meetings if required.
Negative TB test results must be provided before beginning employment.
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references including at least one supervisory reference, and a copy of the appropriate credentials.
The district conducts a criminal history background check as a condition of employment and before onboarding; candidates must provide information needed to complete it and complete designated employment tasks.

Responsibilities

Instruct LEP students to improve their academic and interpersonal skills.
Develop lessons aligned with grade-level and content standards to create engaging work for LEP students.
Advise parents or legal guardians about student progress and ways to support classroom expectations and goals at home.
Assess student progress, expectations, and goals; determine knowledge acquisition and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
Assist other teachers of LEP students in implementing an appropriate curriculum.
Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and community agencies to improve student outcomes, develop solutions, and plan curriculum.
Demonstrate methods needed to perform assignments and address individual LEP student needs.
Participate in meetings to receive or provide information.
Prepare teaching materials and reports, including grades, attendance, and anecdotal records, to implement lessons and document student progress.
Schedule activities, meetings, and events; gather, collate, and classify data; and use job-related equipment.
Work with teachers to promote interdisciplinary studies and maintain confidentiality.