Urgently Require Resource Teacher, ESOL (grant-funded) in Baltimore County, MD

Job title: Resource Teacher, ESOL (grant-funded)
Company: Baltimore County Public Schools
Job description: SUMMARY: Provides intensive support to novice ESOL teachers. Provides assistance in the development and implementation of the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) ESOL curriculum and instructional program. Ensures that all initiatives support the system-wide goals identified in the system?s strategic plan. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Provides support to new teachers and chairpersons through coaching, co-teaching, and model teaching.
• Assists in the development and delivery of coursework on linguistics and second language learning.
• Supports collaboration across departments and offices for the delivery of countywide and school based ESOL professional development.
• Assists the ESOL team in identifying curricular and instructional needs and provides appropriate services to schools.
• Assists with the introduction of BCPS ESOL curriculum and provides training and support to teachers on its implementation.
• Provides support in the development and administration of local assessments and final exams.
• Assists with the evaluation, selection, and ordering of approved textbooks, instructional materials, and software for schools.
• Remains current with federal and state guidelines for ESOL programs.
• Research current best practices and successful local and national practices especially in the areas of blended learning, proficiency assessment, and constructivist pedagogy.?

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor?s degree. Three years of successful ESOL teaching experience. Experience in developing curriculum and designing and implementing professional development. Master?s degree preferred.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Professional Certificate with an endorsement in ESOL. Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of second language acquisition and ESOL.
Knowledge of current research-based instructional practices in ESOL.
Technology facility and understanding of the role of technology in the ESOL classroom.
Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
Knowledge of and skill in data analysis especially in student achievement and gap analysis.
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communications skills.
Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and human relations skills.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally sedentary and is generally performed in an office or classroom environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. This position generally involves extensive travel throughout Baltimore County, meeting with school staff, presentations, and observing or teaching classes.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Work may include evenings.
**This is a grant funded position, contingent upon annual renewal. As such, you will be required to sign an acknowledgement form with the understanding that if the grant is not funded beyond the current year, you will be reassigned to a position based upon the stipulations within the appropriate Master Agreement that is in effect at the time of the reassignment.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors. BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at . Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at

FLSA: Exempt

Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools, and a separate completed application must be submitted for each position and location in which you are interested.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors.. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Before you can be considered for employment, you MUST have the following items attached to your application:

• A copy of your TEACHER CERTIFICATION. (if applicable)
• A copy of your TRANSCRIPTS.
• A copy of your PRAXIS or other state test scores.
• A copy of your MARYLAND IN-SERVICE COURSE SLIPS. (if applicable)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $106. The price of fingerprinting is $106 through June 30, 2203. As of July 1, 2023 the cost will be $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board?s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information
Susan Stansbury, PHR
HR Staffing Team
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-4453
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email:

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