English Language Learner (EL) Middle/High School Teacher

River Forest Community School Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated, and

enthusiastic EL teacher to become part of a team of outstanding educators. The position involves

collaboration with the other teachers within the middle and high school grade levels and a

commitment to student achievement.

EL Teachers instruct students whose first language is not English. The goal is to teach the English

Language Proficiency Standard Course of Study. The EL Teacher (https://100hires.com/esl

teacher-job-description.html) instructs English language learners to read, speak, listen, and write

English, so they can achieve grade-level proficiency in all academic areas. The EL Teacher

(https://100hires.com/esl-teacher-job-description.html) must be highly knowledgeable in the content

and structure of the English language as well as the methodology for teaching English to non-native

speakers.

Work with identified EL students in grades 6-12 to improve English proficiency through

push-in and pull-out programming

Support students at all levels of language development

Demonstrate knowledge of WIDA standards and ACCESS testing/score

interpretation

Assist with WIDA planning and administration

Create and implement ILPs and language goals for all EL students in the district

Work with general education teachers to adapt instructional resources and implement

accommodations

Participate in collaborative planning with general education teachers

Use their knowledge of language development to coach colleagues

Advocate for students and teach them to advocate for

themselves

Empower students through scaffolding and teaching learning strategies

Communicate regularly with parents and families about student performance and behavior

Other Duties:

Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum

development meetings and other professional activities

Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school including

parent/teacher conferences, student clubs and after-school activities

Creates an effective learning environment through functional and language rich

displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers

Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other administrator

Soft Skills Required:

Proactive

Open & Honest

Adaptable

Conflict resolution

Dependable

Empathetic

Goal-Oriented

Self-Motivated

Required Skills

Strong instructional pedagogy and classroom management

Strong communication skills,

Creative practices to engage all learners

Relate to students and help them grow academically

Patience, understanding, and adaptability

Bilingual skills are beneficial

Educational Requirements

A bachelors degree or higher in elementary education or a related field from an

accredited education or elementary education program is required

Licensing Requirements

Must possess a valid Indiana Teaching License or be eligible to obtain teaching

licensure in a timely manner

Must possess a valid English Learner Endorsement or be willing to attend classes to

earn this endorsement through an accredited program