Part-Time English Language Development (ELD) Teacher (2020-2021 school year) – SHERWOOD SD 88J – Sherwood, OR

Start Date: August 24, 2020

0.5 FTE/4 hours per day

190 day calendar

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  Sherwood School District pays the 6% employee PERS contribution, upon eligibility.
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  Salary rates listed are based on 2019-2020 salary schedule. Salary schedule for 2020-2021 is TBD.

JOB SUMMARY:

Instruct and supervise a diverse group of children by establishing a positive, respectful learning environment, providing ample and varied learning opportunities and promoting high standards of performance for all students regardless of their background and developmental levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets the standards of Competent and Ethical Performance as outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 584-020-000 to 584-020-045). The following are examples of principle duties; however, any one position may not cover all duties listed and examples may not cover all duties an employee is expected to perform.

• Model and teach respect with an awareness of diversity.
• Effectively work with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Establish clear objectives and create long- and short-range plans for instruction to meet the language needs of students in the areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing the English language.
• Develop and carry out clear, organized, sequential lessons and learning activities suitable for students’ English proficiency levels and aligned with Oregon English Proficiency standards.
• Vary and pace classroom strategies to accommodate different learning styles; actively involve students and maximize student engagement in meaningful learning.
• Administer various tests to determine students’ level of English fluency in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
• Diagnose the instructional needs of all ELL students and devise appropriate learning activities for each student.
• Use current body of knowledge in cultural diversity issues in teaching and curriculum development to design and adapt individual/group academic and behavior/social programs in all school settings.
• Assess students and provide feedback to students, classroom teacher, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.
• Train and coordinate the work of instructional assistants in providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Support classroom teachers by providing materials, resources, accommodation/inclusion ideas, consultation and other appropriate support.
• Work as part of the school team to fully implement Multi-Tiered Instruction (MTI)/Response to Intervention (RTI).
• Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, staff and community populations.
• Work collaboratively with other school personnel in meeting diverse social and academic needs of students.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with all students and with parents/guardians concerning both academic and English language development progress.
• Assist school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforce individual school’s plan for positive behavior support, develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and utilize effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.
• Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Provide thorough and timely reports, data and information as requested.
• Provide methods to support and/or reinforce classroom goals in home environment and serve as home/school liaison.
• Utilize technology as related to job responsibilities.
• Train and coordinate work of- Educational Assistants.
• Reflect upon own teaching performance and accept and utilize supervisory suggestions and feedback.
• Take primary responsibility for pursuing and evaluating own professional growth.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and district inservice meetings.
• Participate in activities that are related to school functions and/or the education process that occur outside the regular workday, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings for EL students
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students and the public in the Sherwood School District and enhances learning.
• Maintain regular attendance at work and work activities, and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedule.
• Observe laws, district policies and procedures, and professional standards for this position.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, parent and community populations.
• Carry out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills, effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.
• Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff and parents.
• Support students and staff in the district’s career related learning standards to encourage the development of independent work skills through career exploration and community involvement.
• Collect, record, store, retrieve, assimilate, organize and utilize information and records electronically and by using traditional methods.
• Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the district.
• Meet applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid Oregon teacher’s license with ESOL endorsement.
• Understanding of human growth and development patterns, learning theory and brain research.
• Familiarity with a variety of age appropriate instructional, assessment and behavior management strategies that reflect current research on best practices.
• Familiarity with Oregon English Proficiency standards.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of state and federal education laws and of student and staff rights.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work.
• Ability to direct the work of other staff members.
• Ability to travel among district facilities as needed, if driving, the ability to meet district driving standards.
• Standard First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within two months of hire, may be required.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the School Board’s policy on evaluation of members of the Sherwood Education Association.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent or prolonged standing, walking and sitting.
• Crouching to work with younger students.
• Possibly moderate to high noise level.
• Frequent and prolonged talking/listening in conversations/meetings.
• Requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception.
• Requires handling and working with variety of materials and objects.
• Work may occasionally involve lifting/carrying objects weighing 25-50 pounds.
• Work may require lifting or assisting in lifting a student or physically restraining a student from harming self or others.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student injury or illness.
• Possible exposure to bodily harm due to student behaviors.
• Exposure to a variety of chemicals comprising instructional and art supplies and materials.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is primarily performed indoors in school buildings, although some outdoor instruction and supervision are required.
• This position involves working in close proximity to groups of children and adults.
• This position may require traveling to multiple work sites.
• Evening and/or extended work hours may be required.

NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable.