EL Teacher, Systemwide

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cullman County Board of Education is seeking an Elementary Language (EL) Teacher to support systemwide programs and ensure compliance with grant-funded and state-imposed goals. This role requires Alabama teaching certification, a bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers and administrators.

The EL Teacher will implement district curricula, integrate technology for instruction and data reporting, and participate in professional development to drive student

Qualifications

• Valid Alabama Teacher Certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under Alabama Child Protection Act and related laws.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills to maximize student achievement.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum for designated grades/subjects.
• Ability to use technology to communicate, plan/instruct, manage data, and produce reports.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for CCBOE vision, goals and priorities.
• Understands child development and addresses diverse learning needs.
• Implements prescribed curriculum with varied teaching methods to meet objectives.
• Utilizes technology to plan, instruct and facilitate learning.
• Models and facilitates technology use and data-based decision making.
• Provides modifications for students with special needs as required.
• Organizes materials, displays and classroom setup to support learning.
• Monitors progress with ongoing assessments and uses data for planning.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to professional standards.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Technology for instruction & data

Punctuality & attendance

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Alabama Teacher Certification

Job description

Title: EL Teacher, Systemwide

Supervisor: Director of Federal Programs and/or School Improvement/EL Coordinator

Start Date: TBD

Salary: CCBOE Salary Schedule

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Goals: To assist teachers in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Valid Alabama Teacher Certification.
2. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
3. Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
4. Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
5. Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, for the purpose of maximizing student achievement.
6. Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s).
7. Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
8. Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
9. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
10. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
2. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child development.
3. Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research and technological tools; exhibits skills in implementing the best instructional practices and varied teaching methods to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes in accordance with course of study guidelines and student learning objectives.
4. Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate learning.
5. Models appropriate and innovative use of technology.
6. Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology.
7. Provides modifications for students with special needs, including exceptional education students as required.
8. Selects, develops, modifies and/or adapts materials and resources which support learning objectives and address varying learning styles and backgrounds.
9. Prepares classroom displays, bulletin boards and provides proper room maintenance.
10. Prepares audiovisual equipment and materials for classroom use.
11. Prepares for all academic areas of instruction.
12. Establishes routines and uses appropriate behavior management techniques.
13. Creates a leaning climate that is challenging.
14. Utilizes effective data-based problem-solving skills.
15. Demonstrates effective collaboration skills.Organizes procedures, practices, materials, and routines for the effective use of instructional time and for the completion of administration activities.
16. Guides independent study, enrichment work and remedial activities for ELL students.
17. Works with individual students to reinforce any skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
18. Indicates prescribed activities for skills not mastered and provides initial skill instruction. Checks prescription work and administers checkout tests to determine skill mastery.
19. Uses ongoing assessment to monitor student progress; interprets and uses data (including, but not limited to standardized and other test results) for instructional planning and program evaluation.
20. Communicates high learning expectations and establishes learning outcomes that are relative to real world experiences.
21. Perform clerical duties as required by the ELL Education Program.
22. Uses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
23. Fosters responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others through role modeling and learning activities.
24. Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, events, ceremonies, services and programs.
25. Communicates effectively with teachers for informing parents/guardians about academic progress and encouraging participation in parent activities.
26. Participates in workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced coursework, which further advance knowledge of current trends in academic instruction.
27. Engages in personal professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment and leadership.
28. Maintains confidentiality regarding student/school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
29. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
30. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
31. Maintains and submits required reports, records and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
32. Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
33. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies and state, federal and local laws.
34. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures; prepares for substitutes according to Board policies and school procedures.
35. Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment/Salary: As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) is an equal opportunity employer. Personnel actions and decisions will be made without regard to factors or considerations prohibited by federal or state law, including but not limited to race, gender, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, and religious preference. Complaints or inquiries regarding compliance with state and federal equal opportunity employment laws should be directed to the Human Resources Director at [phone] or to Cullman County Board of Education, 402 Arnold Street, N.E., Cullman, AL 35055.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. This job description is not a contract, and is not intended to be a contract. The Cullman County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.