Ml Teacher (1.0)

Position Type:
Teacher/Student Services

Date Posted:
4/18/2024

Location:
Skyview Middle School This position is open to internal bidding. Internal bidding closes on 3/23/24 at 4pm.

Start Date: Fall 2024
Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement - https://www.isd622.org/about/human-resources

Required Qualifications: Valid MN teaching license in English as a Second Language (K-12)
Cross-cultural experience
Excellent organizational skills
Proficiency in another language
Responsibilities: Determine eligibility for ESL services by examining Home Language Questionnaires, cumulative files and standardized test scores; talking with teachers and parents; assessing English reading, listening and speaking
Supervise ESL educational assistant staff
Advocate for students and ensure equal access to educational opportunities by removing cultural barriers through communication and by providing the same quality of staff, materials and facilities used by mainstream students
Provide opportunities for students to learn English by utilizing all resources, providing instructional feedback, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and by instructing in the four language skill areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Provide students access to academic content at their ability level across the curriculum
Guide students' personal and social development within and outside the ESL setting by establishing rules/procedures and by exposing them to cultural nuances
Encourage students' first and second cultural development by using multicultural tests and books, and by talking/writing a comparison of cultures
Communicate with parents through progress reports and addressing questions/concerns
Maintain accurate student records
Comply with federal, state and district legal requirements
Maintain professional/technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
Contribute to school system's effectiveness by: identifying, addressing and assisting with issues that arise; maintaining a safe, quiet and positive working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; and by coordinating workspace and time schedule with principal and other staff

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.