English as a Second Language Teacher

ESL Teacher 

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the school principal, the ESL Teacher is required to plan and implement instruction for students who have limited skills with the English language; is responsible for developing the English skills that enable students to be successful in the regular classroom; works with the classroom teachers and guidance counselors of students to aid them in the proficiency of the English language.  The ESL Teacher is responsible for the administration of placement tests and placement of students according to their abilities when they first enter the school.  

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers an English as a Second Language education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.  
• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual student and the needs of identified subgroups of students.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning, health and attitude problems.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.  Serves as liaison between the school and the parent/guardian of the ESL students. 
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.  
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.  
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. 

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge or current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles
• Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Hold or be eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with the appropriate endorsement to teach English as a Second Language
• Have effective written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public

Preferred Qualification

• Experienced or have working familiarity with virtual education

Experience
Successful prior teaching experience

FLSA Status:  Exempt