Title: Early Childhood English Language Learner Teacher
Qualifications: Kansas Teaching Certificate w/ ESL endorsement at the Early Childhood Level Valid Kansas Drivers License
Reports To: Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Building principal, District ELL Coordinator
Supervises: ELL Aide(s), Students
BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE The teacher of English Language Learners will deliver the districts program for teaching English to students acquiring the English language in the context of the preschool academic curriculum at multiple school sites.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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.
The employee performing the duties of this position is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear, bend, stoop, and reach. The employee may be occasionally required to manually lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to interact with staff and meet the demands of several different people. The employee is responsible for the work output of others. The employee occasionally works extended hours. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
CRITICAL SKILLS
Ability to maintain regular and good work attendance and come to work on time.
Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner.
Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
Ability to access, input, and retrieves information from a computer.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Planning and preparation based upon students needs Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students Select instructional goals Demonstrate knowledge of resources Assess student learning using appropriate measures 2. Classroom Environment Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport Establish a culture for learning Establish and maintain classroom procedures Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors Organize space for learning 3. Instruction based upon state standards, district curriculum, and student needs Communicate clearly and accurately Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques Engage students in learning Provide timely feedback to students Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs 4. Professional responsibilities Follow contractual responsibilities Engage in reflective practice Maintain accurate records Communicate with families Engage in professional development activities Maintain appropriate licensure Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Identify and screen students who speak or understand two or more languages.
Complete required state and district paperwork on EC ELL students.
Provide Early Childhood Principal and the ELL Coordinator with updates on EC ELL students.
Monitor language and academic progress of individual EC ELL students.
Serve as a resource to classroom teachers in modifying lessons for EC ELL students.
Serve as a communication link between school and home.
Participate on building teams identifying special needs of EC ELL students.
Provide training and supervision to aides serving EC ELL students.
Coordinate/provide building in-service on EC English Language Learners.
Provide direct instruction to students as needed.
Term of Employment: Teacher Contract
Salary Range: Determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.
Evaluation Frequency: Job performance will be evaluated a minimum of 1 time per year. Updated 2-18-20
Notice of Nondiscrimination Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475
Benefits Information
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of KS Delta Dental Group Employee Term Life Insurance Supplemental Employee & Dependent Term Life Insurance Group Short Term Disability Group Vision Insurance Individual Cancer Plan Medical Reimbursement Spending Account Dependent Care Flex Spending Account Tax Sheltered Annuities KPERS Retirement 10 days leave Professional Development moves you up on pay schedule.
Salary Information
commensurate with experience and education
Employer Information
Nestled in the heart of the Flint Hills, USD 475 Geary County Schools serves the communities of Junction City, Fort Riley, Milford, and Grandview Plaza with 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 6-A academy-structured Talent Development High School, as well as a center for Innovative Studies, and Early Childhood programs. We offer outstanding professional development opportunities, access to state-of-the-art technology in every classroom, and a competitive salary package in a community with a variety of outdoor activities as well as theater, art exhibits, and hometown family-oriented events.
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Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000
