ESL Teacher K-12

K-12 ESL Teacher

Position Purpose 

-  Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to serve as an ESL resource instructor to improve students` achievement in reading, writing and mathematics, implementing district approved remedial reading, writing and mathematics curricula and programs. 

Essential Functions 

-  Develops and administers assessment techniques and methods to ascertain the particular needs of individual students identified as in need of remedial reading, writing and mathematics instruction. 

-  Develops remedial reading, writing and mathematics strategies, and lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments. 

-  Teaches knowledge and skills in letter and word recognition, sentence and paragraph structure, vocabulary, proper word usage, writing, and mathematics. 

-  Conducts remedial learning activities, incorporating technology and a variety of instructional methods and materials. 

-  Creates evaluation instruments and procedures to monitor the student progress and the effectiveness of instruction. 

-  Documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; develops lesson plans; models the necessary skills to perform assignments; and provides feedback to administration and teaching staff regarding student progress, expectations, and goals and objectives. 

-  Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, regarding reading, writing and mathematics assessments and remedial teaching techniques; assists, coaches and models effective remedial instructional strategies for classroom teachers. 

-  Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the methods of remediation in reading writing and mathematics

-  Encourages parental involvement in students` education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 

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. 

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities 

-  Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. 

-  Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, writing, and mathematics. 

-  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 system 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. 

Note:   Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position. 

Qualifications Profile 

Certification/License: 

Kansas State Certification as a Teacher 

-  Motor Vehicle Operator`s License or ability to provide own transportation. 

Education: 

-  Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. 

Experience: 

-  Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred. 

FLSA Status:             Exempt 

Lyons USD 405