ESOL & EIP Teacher: Elevate Diverse Learners

Cherokee County School District; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee County School District in Canton, Georgia invites applications for a Full-Time EIP/ESOL Teacher. The role reports to the Principal and operates within the School Leadership and Operations division, on a 188-day contract year and salaried-exempt pay type.

Responsibilities include delivering instruction, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment, while upholding district policies and professional ethics.

Qualifications

• A valid Georgia Educator Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.
• Exhibit best practice based on current research and facilitates students’ use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.
• Plan, using State and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.
• Analyze and use student learning data to inform planning.
• Promote student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.
• Use appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources, effectively to enhance student learning.
• Challenges and supports each student’s learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.
• Use a variety of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment strategies and instruments that are valid and appropriate for the content and student population to inform instructional modifications for each student.
• Systematically gather, analyze and use relevant data to measure student progress; to inform instructional content and delivery methods; and to provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.
• Provide a well-managed, safe, supportive and orderly environment that is conducive to learning; encourages respect for all; and promotes an understanding of students’ diversity.
• Establish clear expectations for classroom rules, routines and procedures and enforce them consistently and appropriately.
• Implement appropriate school safety measures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a secure and healthy learning environment consistent with District and school rules, policies and procedures.
• Create a student-centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self-directed learners.
• Exhibit a commitment to professional ethics and the school’s mission; participate in professional growth opportunities and contribute to the profession.
• Compile, maintain and submit all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, and established State and local School Board policies, regulations and practices.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents or guardians, district and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with designated paraprofessionals and other school and District personnel to ensure student progress.
• Engage in ongoing communication and share instructional goals, expectations and student progress in a timely and constructive manner, using a variety of modes of communication as appropriate.
• Perform professionally and efficiently other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

Georgia Educator Certificate

Job description

Cherokee County School District in Canton, Georgia invites applications for a Full-Time EIP/ESOL Teacher. The role reports to the Principal and operates within the School Leadership and Operations division, on a 188-day contract year and salaried-exempt pay type.

Responsibilities include delivering instruction, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment, while upholding district policies and professional ethics.