Need ELL Teacher 23 in Ferguson, MO

Job title: ELL Teacher 23
Company: Ferguson-Florissant School District
Job description: The Ferguson Florissant School District is seeking an outstanding educator for the position of English Language Learner Teacher. The Ferguson Florissant School District is committed to challenging students to achieve academic excellence and personal success by providing state-of-the-art instruction and a challenging curriculum within a warm, caring environment in partnership with dedicated parents, staff and community.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: Under the general supervision of the school principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. This position may involve travel to more than one site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identify English language learner (ELL) students using district criteria.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate instructional programming to meet the needs of ELL students.
• Collaborate with the ELL team on programming, data analysis, and instructional planning.
• Act as a resource for colleagues by modeling instructional strategies, identifying and developing instructional resources, and providing professional development related to the needs of ELL students.
• Communicate effectively with students, administrators, parents, school staff, and members of the school community.
• Fulfill Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) compliance requirements related to this position
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods based on individual student needs.
• Maintain appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
• Keeps accurate and complete records regarding achievement, and attendance as required by the district/building procedures/policies.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and their parents/guardians.
• Ensures that student behavior conforms to the school/district policies and establishes/maintains standards of student conduct needed to achieve an effective learning environment.
• Coordinates with other staff members, participates in faculty meetings, and attends professional development.
• Selects and utilizes appropriate learning materials/instructional tools consistent with district curriculum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Missouri English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) K-12 Certification.
• Knowledge of current English language development teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of curriculum and concepts.
• Ability to use learning software applications as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents/guardians.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Experience working with diverse learners and supporting culturally responsive practices preferred.
• Experience working with students from a variety of cultural, racial, socioeconomic and linguistic backgrounds as well as students from a variety of family structures preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Fluency in a language other than English is preferred.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES:

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal(s).

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Competitive salary and benefits

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education Level

2023-2024 School Year

Compete an online application at . Attach the following: letter of interest, resume, copy of current certification and list of five names of references, including addresses, day and evening phone numbers, and email addresses, (including current supervisor). Once your online application is complete, please follow the directions on the website to indicate your interest for this position.

Job Title : ELL Teacher 23-24

Primary Location : To Be Determined

Salary Range : Annual

Shift Type : Full-Time
Expected salary:
Location: Ferguson, MO

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