Language Development Teacher - Elementary

Hammond; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Hammond, Indiana, seeks a qualified individual for a teaching position focusing on language instruction for students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree with an ENL/ESL endorsement and be fluent in English and Spanish. Responsibilities include implementing Individual Learning Plans and providing individualized language instruction. Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. A commitment to education and adherence to established policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, ENL/ESL endorsement preferred.
• Experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education preferred.
• Fluent communication in English and Spanish desired.

Responsibilities

• Complete and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Provide individualized and whole group language instruction.
• Administer annual language assessment (WIDA ACCESS).
• Prepare instructional materials for classroom use.

Skills

Fluent in more than one language

SIOP and WIDA Training

Instructional experience in second language acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with ENL/ESL Endorsement preferred

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree - ENL/ESL Endorsement Preferred - or willing to obtain licensure
• Instructional experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education preferred
• Fluent in more than one language preferred
• SIOP and WIDA Trained preferred

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS POSITION

• Complete and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
• Provide individualized as well as whole group language instruction
• Develop academic language for student success in content areas (classes)
• Administer annual language assessment test (WIDA ACCESS)
• Use native language support (when appropriate) to clarify concepts/material
• Evaluate and keep grades, absentees for each student in a formal record/computer grade book
• Prepare instructional materials for class use
• Responsible for creating and implementing lesson plans that meet Indiana/WIDA Standards
• Responsible for maintenance of attractive and organized classroom
• Responsible for adhering to the promotion of established goals and policies of the LDP Program
• Potential coteaching with general education teachers and/or Push In model of instruction

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES DESIRED

• Dependability
• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with students, parents, colleagues
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to organize and prioritize duties as assigned by the building principal and/or program director

It is the policy of the School City of Hammond not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).