ESOL Teacher

Charter Schools USA Inc.; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Schools USA is seeking an ESOL Teacher to support students with limited English proficiency, plan appropriate developmental programs, and implement instruction in accordance with state laws and CSUSA curriculum.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, ESOL teaching eligibility, and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong organizational, communication, and technology skills (MS Office, SIS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and ESOL teaching eligibility.
• Three years of relevant teaching experience.
• Proficient MS Office skills; ability to navigate SIS.
• Background check required; commitment to CSUSA values.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose students as LEP according to state law and CSUSA policy.
• Develop instructional plans to increase oral and written English skills.
• Instruct students using CSUSA-aligned curriculum and appropriate media.
• Maintain student records and participate in curriculum planning.
• Engage with parents/guardians and uphold confidentiality.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

ESOL teaching eligibility

3 years of relevant experience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Introduction

As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana.

Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Overview

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As an ESOL Teacher, you will support the school's instructional program by identifying students of limited English proficiency, planning an appropriate developmental program for them and implementing instruction in accordance with state law and regulation as well as CSUSA curriculum.

Responsibilities

Diagnostic Evaluation

• Identifies students as Limited English proficient (LEP) in accordance with state law and regulation as well as CSUSA policy by evaluation of available test and observational data, by consultation with staff members, by reviewing relevant registration forms and by recommendations made by other personnel.
• Uses appropriate standardized test instruments, informal diagnostic tasks, and observations to assess the student's level of English proficiency.

Instructional Planning

• Develops instructional program that will increase the acquisition of oral and written communication skills.
• Selects appropriate instructional materials and media to achieve the goals of the program.
• In cooperation with the principal, properly groups students for instruction after consideration of the level of each student's English proficiency.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request of administrative and supervisory personnel.
• Participates with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials and facilities needed to implement effectively the planned instructional program.

Instruction

• Meets with and instructs students in accordance with schedules previously devised.
• Employs instructional media and techniques which are appropriate to the achievement of increasing oral and written communication skills in English.
• Assesses, on a regular basis, the extent to which students have increased English proficiency.
• Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by CSUSA policy and state regulations.

Student Management

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Implements all relevant policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior in accordance with district policy and guidelines and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Maintains confidentiality about students.

School and Community Relations

• Strives to establish cooperative relations and makes a reasonable effort to communicate with parents/guardians when necessary and as required by state law and CSUSA policy.
• Cooperates and shares professionally with members of the administration and other staff.
• Maintains confidentiality about students in accordance with state and federal law as well as district policy.
• Attends parent communication activities (i.e., Back-to-School Night, conferences) as directed by the principal.
• In accordance with prescribed state law as well as with CSUSA procedures, informs parents of placement in the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Program.
• Provides progress reports on students assigned to the program to both classroom teachers and parents as required.
• Communicates with classroom teachers regarding objectives devised for each student and the materials being used to accomplish those objectives.
• Provides appropriate levels of consultation and training to staff about cultural background of LEP (Limited English Proficiency) pupils.

Requirements

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company; supports the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Works and interacts with staff and relates to individuals at all levels of the organization. As unique situations present themselves, the incumbent must be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image.
• Strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize wisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Establishes excellent interpersonal skills between all constituents: being courteous, professional, and helpful; Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.
• Ability to consistently be at work, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS).
• Strong student orientation.
• Proactive and takes initiative. Thinks creatively. Drives projects to completion. Insists on highest level of quality.
• Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Possession of valid teaching eligibility in ESOL.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Previous experience in student instruction.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Strives to research, evaluate and implement best practices.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); ability to learn navigating through the Student Information System (SIS), the company's network.
• Commitment to company values.
• May perform other duties assigned.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

• Usual school working conditions.
• May be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• No physical exertion required.
• Travel within or outside of state.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

FLSA Overtime Category

Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.