Middle School ELD-LTEL Teacher 24-25

Position Overview  

Under the supervision of the Principal, the ELD-LTEL Teacher is responsible for guiding the academic progress of his/her assigned students by providing high quality instruction, based on a multi-faceted, integrated curriculum, working collaboratively with colleagues to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of students, evaluating student performance using designated assessments and student work, and working with families as learning partners.

Duties 

• Provides effective instruction and intervention services for EL/LTEL students.  
• Identification and placement of ELs and LTELs. 
• Creates and maintains an ELD Portfolio (using the California ELD/ELA Framework) for each EL/LTEL students and uses the portfolio to monitor student assignments, assessment data and progress toward reaching the students EL/LTEL goals. 
• Develops and implements relevant, integrated, thematic curriculum units, differentiating and scaffolding as needed by using the EL/LTEL adopted curriculum.  
• Understand the Reclassification criteria process and procedures. 
• Assist in facilitating grade-level team/department meetings to analyze EL assessment data, review student work, debrief classroom observations and best practices, identify student needs, and plan differentiated instruction.  
• Support the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) on providing an EL update every month to parents. 
• Participate and provide data analysis for Language Appraisal Team meetings. 
• Identify students that are ready for reclassification or for intervention.  
• Implement high-quality and rigorous educational program designed to prepare all students to meet learning expectations as articulated by state standards, school expectations and organization leadership.  
• Prepare and implement challenging and grade-level appropriate lesson plans, unit plans and pacing tools to ensure all students have access to high-quality instruction in math, science, language arts, social studies, English Language Development and the arts.  
• Implement and integrate appropriate use of classroom technology / media to enhance instructional delivery, student engagement, and student technical skills. 
• Regularly assess students to inform and refine instruction to best meet student needs. 
• Collaboratively design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards.  
• Maintain appropriate records of student progress and other school records. 

Qualifications and Experience Requirements 

• Knowledge of the CA English Language Development (ELD) Standards  
• Knowledge of the English Learner Instructional Program Options  
• Knowledge of effective Designated and Integrated ELD  
• Knowledge and/or expertise in bilingual methodology, second language acquisition, culturally responsive pedagogy and social justice education  
• Successful experience teaching ELs 
• Demonstrated track record with English language learners (preferred). 
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience with a track record of advancing student learning and outcomes (preferred). 
• Familiarity with the CA Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. 
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process, preferably at the middle education level. 
• Teaching experience in a public or private setting, including work with highly capable students. 
• Demonstrated experience providing a standards-based culturally relevant curriculum, including utilizing assessments to inform students’ strengths and areas of growth, curriculum compacting, flexible pacing, flexible instruction, grouping and regrouping, acceleration, enrichment, and independent study to meet student needs. 
• Demonstrated talent in the instruction of students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery. 
• Track record of effectively engaging families and school community in service of accelerating student outcomes 
• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable. 
• Excellent oral and communication skills. 
• Ability to work with diverse populations. 
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, families, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system staff in a non-traditional, inner-city environment. 
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement. 

Education and Certification Requirements 

• Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university. 
• Valid California Teaching Credential or equivalent through a program recognized by the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing. 
• English Learner (EL) Authorization and Cross-cultural, Language, and Academic Development (CLAD). 
• Preferred Masters Degree.  
• Holds current, or will attain, CPR/First Aid Certification. 

Physical Requirements 

To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   

• Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. 
• Must be able to speak and hear well.   
• Good vision is imperative.   
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.   
• Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. 

Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff  

Candidates for employment at Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following: 

• Candidates for employment at Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:  
• Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños.  
• Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families.  
• Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues.  
• Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development.  
• Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.  
• Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team.  
• Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition.  
• Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationships with families and children informed by the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  
• Ability to effectively handle challenging situations.  
• Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches.  
• Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.  

Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.