Bilingual Pashto-English Elementary Teacher

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116 is seeking an Elementary Bilingual Teacher (Pashto/English) to support emergent bilingual students. The teacher will guide students in language acquisition, implement curriculum guidelines in Pashto, and foster a multicultural environment. A Bachelor's Degree with teaching certification is required, along with a valid Illinois Teaching License. The role requires strong abilities in both Pashto and English, knowledge of bilingual programs, and collaboration with parents and staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Proficient in both Pashto and English.
• Experience in teaching bilingual programs.
• Ability to assess and support learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes according to designated times.
• Plan individual programs of study for students.
• Create a conducive learning environment.
• Guide learning process toward curriculum goals.
• Assess students' accomplishments and provide reports.

Skills

Native-like language abilities in Pashto

Native-like language abilities in English

Understanding of bilingual programs

Knowledge of ESL strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree with certification and endorsements

Job description

Urbana School District #116 is seeking an Elementary Bilingual Teacher (Pashto/English) to support emergent bilingual students. The teacher will guide students in language acquisition, implement curriculum guidelines in Pashto, and foster a multicultural environment. A Bachelor's Degree with teaching certification is required, along with a valid Illinois Teaching License. The role requires strong abilities in both Pashto and English, knowledge of bilingual programs, and collaboration with parents and staff to ensure student success.