Elementary (English as a Second Language) Instructor

TrulyHired; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Comstock Park Public Schools is seeking qualified teachers to deliver district-approved curriculum and create engaging learning environments for diverse student groups.

Applicants should hold a Four-year degree and a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate, with ESL endorsement preferred and bilingual abilities valued to support multilingual learners.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in the area of major study.
• Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study required.
• Endorsements: K-5 Elementary Endorsement / NS K-12 - ESL.
• Fluent in Spanish (Reading, Writing and Speaking).
• Dual certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Creates a learning environment conducive to learning.
• Prepares for classes assigned.
• Maintains accurate records and progress reports.
• Differentiates instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Communicates with parents via phone/email and at events.
• Assesses student progress and growth.
• Upholds district policies and classroom procedures.

Skills

Spanish (Fluent)

Differentiated instruction

Parent communication

Classroom management

Tech proficiency

Education

Four-year degree

Michigan Teaching Certificate

ESL Endorsement

Dual certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Comstock Park is seeking candidates who display a strong desire and ability to make an impact on students and the greater community both within and outside of the classroom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches District approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and - in harmony with the goals - establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
• Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email or other means. This may include participation at EL Family nights.
• Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with colleagues.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Four-year degree in the area of major study.

Meets all requirements for Highly Qualified.

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study required.

Endorsements - K-5 Elementary Endorsement / NS K-12 - ESL

Fluent in Spanish (Reading,Writing and Speaking)

Preference given to any individual possessing dual certifications.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to operate a personal computer and related software.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish the district with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

EQUAL RIGHTS:

Comstock Park Public Schools are committed to a policy or nondiscrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, and disability in all its programs and activities.

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES:

Any person believing that the Comstock Park Public School District or any part of the school organization has inadequately applied the principles and/or regulations of (1) Title IX of the Education amendment Act of 1972, (2) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (3) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and (4) Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 may bring forward a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance, to the local Coordinator at the following address: 101 School Street, Comstock Park, MI 49321. Phone [phone].

** The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.