1105-2-ELS-06 Teacher Elementary - English Language Learner - Non-Continuing @ Marshall Elementary (Open Until Filled)

Marysville School District 25•Marysville, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position teacher is responsible for supporting students in our system that qualify for English Learner support ensuring academic learning is accessible to students whose dominant language is one other than English; is responsible for accountable to the building administrators and program director for interpreting and executing the responsibilities herein, in addition to any other responsibilities that are assigned; and will maintain contact with parents, community organizations, and other agencies to promote understanding of the objectives of the program and the school district.

Requirements

Valid Washington State Teacher certificate with English Language Learner or English as a Second Language endorsement required
Experience and/or knowledge of Common Core Standards required
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)
I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date

Nice To Haves

Additional Elementary Education endorsement preferred
Special experience and/or training in working with ELL students and peer coaching or co-teaching is preferred
Bilingual preferred
Demonstrated interest in and evidence of continued personal and professional growth
Successful teaching experience at appropriate grade level preferred
Possess general knowledge and varied experience
Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferred
Ability to articulate and implement Common Core State Standards requirements
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement appropriate positive behavior interventions for students
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with age appropriate students, staff, and multicultural community
Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations
Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks; maintain records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and school personnel; work as a team member; and meet schedules and deadlines
Ability to use a variety of teaching strategies which may include cooperative learning, constructive instruction, or additional research based facilitation
Ability to define excellence by standards of performance
Knowledge and application of quality classroom based assessment practices
Knowledge of the unique physical, psychological and social changes students experience and a desire to help them grow in these particular areas
Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and direct and evaluate support personnel
Ability to effectively work with diverse populations
Skills in classroom management and organizational techniques

Responsibilities

Deliver appropriate instruction to help English Learners successfully meet academic standards in English Language Arts
Foster English language acquisition, enhance academic progress, and build students’ self-esteem in their EL classroom and the school as a whole.
Confer with teachers, administrators, support staff and/or parents to determine language and academic needs of ELL students
Administer formal or informal tests to further determine needs of students
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
Work cooperatively with others in achieving common goals supporting Professional Learning Communities
Contribute to the orderly development and conduct of program learning activities and curriculum
Provide differentiated instruction (Sheltered Instruction) for all students including special education and ELL
Collaborate with classroom teachers and work within grade-level classrooms to assist ELL students in accessing content learning
Develop individualized academic programs designed to meet the specific needs of select ELL students
Implement the individualized programs by working with small groups of students to improve their language skills and academic performance
Maintain records of students’ progress
Assist in orienting, training, and assigning paraprofessionals to work with ELL students
Monitor student activities for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment
Report incidents (child abuse, fights, substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to education code and district and school policies
Provide an exceptional educational experience to all students; communicate an enthusiasm for learning
Utilize district adopted curriculum to guide instruction
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment for learning
Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours
Professionally interact with students, staff, and public
Establish and maintain professional contacts with students
Comply with all district policies and procedures
Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct
Perform related duties as assigned