K-5 Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) & Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Teacher- Leave Replacement @ FWE #1603

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The K-5 Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) teacher is under the direction of the Building Principal. This position requires the employee to identify eligible ELL students, organize and deliver appropriate MLL/ELL instruction to all proficiency levels, partner with general education staff to help with implementation of SIOP strategies/components and ELP standards, monitor newly exited MLL/ELL students (Transitional level) and work with classroom teachers to recommend support strategies or interventions as appropriate, advocate for students, and facilitate parent engagement efforts and activities. The classroom teacher, under the direction of the Building Principal, will create a program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth of students which facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in life, and establish good relationships and rapport with students, parents and staff members. The teacher will document student progress, activities and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The teacher will maintain professional competence through in-service education, coursework and professional growth activities. Teacher for reading and math intervention for students in grades K-5. This position requires the employee to identify, screen, and provide reading, reading readiness and math intervention services to eligible students.

Requirements

Valid teaching certificate for the State of Washington with required endorsement in area of assignment
Possess a K-8 endorsement and an ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Washington State Transitional Bilingual Instructional Program guidelines, including identification, placement, and assessment requirements
Washington State Learning Standards (WSLS, aka - Common Core State Standards), Smarter Balanced and Measurement of Student Progress
English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPs)
Principles, goals and objectives of public education
Curriculum and other developmental programs
Current intervention strategies such as small group instruction, differentiation, sheltered instruction, etc.
Training and supervision of paraeducators
Identify potential MLL/ELL students and administer the placement test to determine eligibility
Organize and deliver appropriate MLL/ELL instructional curriculum to help K-5 students successfully meet academic standards
Foster English language acquisition and enhance academic progress
Communicate with classroom teachers regularly and participate on building teams and/or committees
Provide classroom teachers with support and appropriate strategies and ELP standards to use with ELL students in the general education classroom
Provide on-going professional development for SIOP instructional strategies and ELP standards
Organize and support state-required testing
Maintain files with required paperwork for each student in the ELL program
Provide District ELL office with updated student information as requested
Complete and distribute all necessary ELL forms
Participate on the child study team or multidisciplinary team when a student in the ELL program is discussed. Share information of assessing and serving ELL students with special needs.
Provide ways to involve parents in school events; advocate for English language learner parents/students
Willingness to work in a co-teaching model
Provide small group intervention in reading, reading readiness and math
Use research-based instructional strategies for intervention
Observe district assessment schedule and provide Curriculum and Instruction department with updated student information and assessment data as requested
Abide by all district policies and procedures along with building/department practices
Adhere to federal, state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures & practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, fights, substance abuse, etc.
Abides by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance
Perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
Work with minimum direction, but as an effective member of the team

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching elementary MLL/ELL or recent training and/or knowledge regarding English language acquisition, MLL/ELL curriculum and instruction
Experience with Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) components
Training or experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students and families
Preferential consideration given to those fluent in Spanish
Prior experience in the school setting preferred
Current valid CPR and First Aid may be required for the specific assignment
Experience providing small group intervention in reading, math and reading readiness
Training or experience with the Washington State K-12 Reading Model, including the five essential components of reading

Responsibilities

Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement
Establish a culture for learning
Communicate with students
Engage students in learning
Demonstrate effective teaching practices
Use questioning and discussion techniques
Reflect on teaching
Recognize individual student learning needs and developing strategies to address those needs
Demonstrate knowledge of students
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Establish student growth goals
Achieve student growth goals
Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum
Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy
Set instructional outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of resources
Design coherent instruction
Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment
Create an environment of respect and rapport
Manage classroom procedures
Manage student behavior
Organize physical space
Use multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning
Design student assessments
Use assessment in instruction
Maintain accurate records
Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community
Communicate with families
Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning
Participate in a professional community
Grow and develop professionally
Show professionalism