Language Development Teacher - Middle School

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

Job summary

School City of Hammond is looking for a qualified educator proficient in bilingual education to help develop students' language skills. The role involves creating and implementing Individual Learning Plans, delivering both individualized and group instruction, and ensuring alignment with Indiana/WIDA standards.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and Indiana Educator’s License, showcasing professional attributes such as dependability and effective communication skills. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education/ENL/ESL Endorsement is preferred.
• Current Indiana Educator’s License is mandatory.
• Instructional experience in second language acquisition is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Complete and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Provide individualized and whole group language instruction.
• Develop academic language for student success.

Skills

Fluent in more than one language

Ability to work well with students

Dependability

Professionalism

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education/ENL/ESL Endorsement

Indiana Educator’s License

Job description

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education/ENL/ESL Endorsement (Preferred)
• Indiana Educator’s License (Current)
• Instructional experience in second language acquisition or bilingual education
• Fluent in more than one language (Preferred)
• SIOP and WIDA Trained

Specific Responsibilities

• 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 an attractive, neat classroom that presents an atmosphere conducive to language learning
• Responsible for adhering to the promotion of established goals and policies of the LDP Program
• Co‑teach with general education teachers / 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
• Ability to organize and prioritize

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).