Job Description:
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Position Summary: 
SLPS is seeking talented Educators to promote and facilitate language development and academic achievement of secondary English Language Learners (ELLs). Teachers are expected to plan and deliver instruction that accounts for each ELL student’s language proficiency level and helps students reach their learning goals and academic expectations. The ideal candidate has a passion for working with children from diverse backgrounds in an urban setting. 
 
Essential Functions: 

• Implements all relevant activities outlined in the district Lau Plan 
• Assists secondary ELL students in developing their academic language proficiency skills in Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing 
• Develops appropriate lesson plans and conducts instruction guided by content and language objectives in alignment with the district course bulletin 
• Provides timely feedback 
• Maintains student attendance and achievement records 
• Evaluate student progress and take responsibility for student achievement 
• Maintains discipline in the classroom, along with a safe, encouraging, student-centered learning environment 
• Works with content teachers and school leaders to support school-wide success for ELL students  
• Oversees the social, emotional, academic, and linguistic progress of ELLs and works with students, various members of the staff, and parents to provide needed supports 
• Advocates for the educational equity of ELLs 
• Implements directives from the ESOL Director promptly  
• uses, stores, and inventories classroom equipment, materials, and supplies 
• Perform other task as assigned 

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline, and student achievement 
• Sound understanding of second language acquisition pedagogies, WIDA Standards, and cultural diversity 
• Familiarity with instructional technology, ELL parent involvement, and language access requirements 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Effective organizational skills 
• Flexible and ability to prioritize tasks 
• Ability to maintain a neat, functional office that is inviting but professional 
• Work with a wide variety of individuals in a highly stressful environment 
• Treat people with respect and dignity 
• Maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters 
• Maintain accurate and detailed records 
• Work independently with very little supervision 
• Work collaboratively with other school and district staff 
• Maintain mental capacity which allows sound decision-making and demonstrating intellectual capabilities 

 Experience: 

• Working with culturally and linguistically diverse families in an urban educational setting 
• Collaborating with community agencies 
• Serving effectively in a collaborative team setting 

 Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (required) 
• Missouri Initial Teaching Certificate (required): English Language Learners 
• Missouri ESOL Teaching Certificate/Endorsement or eligibility to obtain ESOL Teaching Certificate/Endorsement (required) 
• Master’s Degree (preferred) 

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle 
• Must be able to exert up to 10  pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body 
• Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree 

Working Conditions and Environment: 

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment 
• Very limited or no exposure to physical risk