English Language Learner Teacher

Albany County School District 1 • Laramie, WY

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About The Position

The Teacher-English Learner Education is responsible for designing and implementing language instruction, provides support and guidance for Multilingual learners (MLLs), and collaborates with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of first and second language acquisition theory
• knowledge of second language acquisition patterns and best practices in English language development
• possesses the skills necessary for serving as a liaison between the school and the home
• ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with students
• knowledge of special education law and regulations
• ability to use time effectively
• good organizational skills
• ability to maintain a positive relationship with other staff by collaborating and working cooperatively with them (including supervisors)
• knowledge of physiological, psychological, emotional and educational behavioral development of children and/or adolescents
• ability to lead meetings
• ability to help groups achieve consensus
• Bachelor's Degree
• certification from Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board with an endorsement as an ELL/ESL teacher

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a language instructor of multilingual learners is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates and provides tools, resources, technical assistance, and instruction to ensure that students have the support to acquire a new language.
• Plans and delivers lessons in English language development.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers and specialists to ensure achievement of MLLs across content areas.
• Administers formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and ensure student achievement.
• Personalizes instruction as necessary to account for individual student differences.
• Utilizes appropriate assessment strategies to measure learning and performance.
• Provides equity in the classroom by providing equal opportunity for students regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and abilities.
• Communicates with and constantly strives to maintain a positive relationship with students and parents.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom.
• Organizes the classroom to promote learning, student safety, and ensures classroom equipment functions in a safe manner.
• Follows the policies and procedures of the school(s) and the
• Responds appropriately to student behavior in the total school environment by enforcing school rules in hallways, on the grounds, and other areas of the school.
• Participates in professional growth (such as professional organizations, coursework, workshops, and conferences) and other professional activities (such as school and/or District committees, taskforces, in-depth studies, or councils).
• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility, such as demonstrating ethical behavior; providing accurate data and reports when needed; meeting deadlines; maintaining confidentiality; caring for the equipment and materials; and dressing appropriately; exhibiting sensitivity to those with special needs; maintaining good professional relationships with parents and community members; and presenting a good role model.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time