Teacher, English Learner (EL)

About the role

The English Learner (EL) Teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. The EL Teacher also serves as the EL leader for implementing school-wide Language Instruction Educational Plan (LIEP) for all identified English Learners at respective schools. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives
• Plan and implement an EL program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of assigned students
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods
• Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request
• Diagnose the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office staff as required. Maintain accurate records as required for Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans
• Establish learning objectives based on student needs, requirements of North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), Standard Course of Study, and district curriculum framework
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and persevere through challenges
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to assess students' progress
• Assign and grade classwork and homework
• Act as test administrator for the North Carolina Test Program and fulfill requirements as designated in the North Carolina School Test Coordinator's Handbook, the Proctor's Guide for the North Carolina Testing Program, and the North Carolina State Board of Education Policy GCS-A-010
• Observe and assess students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health on a regular basis
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, determine priorities and resource needs, and encourage parent involvement. Confer with parents/guardians, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Foster strong school-home relations for parents/guardians of students in EL classrooms. Facilitate and support communications between EL student's school and home to ensure parent engagement
• Prepare and implement enrichment programs and remediation
• Attend Professional Learning Community (PLC) and staff meetings for data analysis and instructional planning; assist other school staff with understanding EL policy and procedures through formal and informal training
• Participate in professional development focused on the acquiring and improving skills and knowledge
• Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC Teaching certification or eligible for NC Teaching certification in assigned area

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• The work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights and rarely, the lifting of weights above 30 pounds
• Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• The work is usually sedentary but requires standing and walking around the classroom and school
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• The work occasionally handles/works with biohazards and/or risks for potential job-related injury, such as those found in a laboratory or shop environment
• The work requires activities occasionally involving driving automotive equipment
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

Additional Job Information

• # of Jobs: 1.00
• Teacher Scale: Y
• Minimum Educational Requirements: Bachelors
• Term: 10 Month