Provides EL Services to English Learners individually and in groups using
various teaching methods specific to second language acquisition, while
supporting grade level content. This position teaches elementary and/or
secondary English Learners.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree In education or related degree Required
For elementary position - Must have a current Elementary and ESL Tennessee
Teaching certificate or be in an eligible alternative licensure program
Required
For secondary position - Must have a current ESL Tennessee Teaching
certificate or be in an eligible alternative licensure program Required
Nice To Haves
Prior ESL teaching experience Preferred
Responsibilities
Plans daily lessons to meet the needs of all assigned students and assists
students needing additional support. Adapts teaching methods and
instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests,
specifically students acquiring English.
Establishes clear content and language objectives for all lessons, units, and
projects. Communicates those objectives to students.
Establishes and enforces rules of behavior and procedures for maintaining
order in their classroom.
Confers with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and
administrators to celebrate academic successes and to resolve students'
behavioral problems.
Designs and implements a variety of formative assessments that measure
progress towards academic standards and identify gaps in learning. Uses
assessment data to refine curriculum and adjust instructional practices.
Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities. Creates a positive
achievement-oriented learning environment.
Participates in collaborative curriculum development and grade-level and/or
school activities of home base school.
Participates in ongoing professional development activities.