Language Development Teacher - Middle School

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education/ENL/ESL Endorsement (Preferred)
• Indiana Educator’s License (Current)
• Instructional experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education
• Fluent in more than one language (Preferred)
• SIOP and WIDA Trained

Specific Responsibilities In This Position

• Complete and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
• Provide individualized as well as whole group language instruction
• Develop academic language for student success in content areas (classes)
• Administer annual language assessment test (WIDA ACCESS)
• Use native language support (when appropriate) to clarify concepts/material
• Evaluate and keep grades, absences for each student in a formal record/computer grade book
• Create and implement lesson plans that meet Indiana/WIDA Standards
• Maintain an attractive, neat classroom that presents an atmosphere conducive to language learning
• Adhere to promotion of established goals and policies of LDP Program
• Co-teach with general education teachers/Push In Model of Instruction

Personal Attributes Desired

• Dependability
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with students, parents, colleagues
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Organize and prioritize