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Position: English Language Learner Teacher (ELL or ESL Teacher)

Jobsite: Salida, CO - Serving all Salida school district

Education: * Bachelor s degree (B.A.) from a four- year college or university. * Licensure: Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in CLDE or CLDE Bilingual. * Teacher experience preferred

Supervisor and Evaluator: Assistant Superintendent and Building Principals

General Description of the Role: As an ELL/ELA Teacher, you will design and implement language instruction, provide support and guidance to ELL students, and collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment. You should be knowledgeable in language acquisition, be patient, and have excellent communication skills. Applicant must utilize innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students; and plan and develop engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom using the approved District instructional model and adhering to state and school district curriculum guidelines.

Major Areas of Responsibility and Duties Specific to this Job: * Facilitate learning experiences and teach the course of study as outlined by the District approved curriculum; utilize innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students; and plan and develop an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom using the approved District instructional model and adhering to state and school district curriculum guidelines * Utilize a Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry (DDI) model to improve student learning systematically; assess student proficiency using formal and informal assessment tools; differentiate assessments based on individual needs; provide timely feedback and targeted interventions; plan and consistently deliver instruction that draws on results of student assessments; anticipate student misconceptions and plan lessons accordingly; re * Create and foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment in which all students see themselves represented in the classroom and understand the behavioral expectations; implement procedures and routines that maximize student learning; respectfully respond to student misconduct using restorative practices; actively seek a variety of perspectives; demonstrate mutual respect for peers and adults in a variety of contexts; and communicate and involve parent/guardians in all aspects of their child s ed * Create and support a culture of equity and inclusion that values accepts, and understands diversity and the impact of culturally responsive practices * Understand and identify barriers in classroom instructional practices that contribute to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented groups of students * Develop positive relationships with parents/families; encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents; provide proactive, clear, and constructive feedback to families about student progress and work collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students; and foster two-way communication with families * Exhibit a growth mindset through participation in high-quality professional learning; actively participate in the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of new strategies and techniques * Participate in reflective dialogue with colleagues, focused on student learning, to enhance student learning and utilize shared values and norms to facilitate discussions in which all participants have a voice and contribute to the common goal * Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and GT teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and/or extension opportunities for students * Act ethically and professionally in personal conduct, elationships with others, decision-making, and collaboration; place children at the center of education and accept responsibility for each student s academic success and well being * Supervise students in the classroom, halls, recess, before/after school duty, etc.; and enforce safety and security standards set by the Distric * Follow State legal requirements, negotiated agreements, and District and building policies and procedures * Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements: * Must verify past experience and hold a current Colorado teaching certificate, For Spanish/World Languages K-12. * Must be at least 21 years of age; pass background and drug test. * Successful teaching experience. Be able to work effectively and create a positive rapport with students, staff, administration, parents and community members. * Experience using technology to support instruction

Wages: $42,500.00/ Yearly

Shift: This is a full time position; 32 hours per week. Will work Monday through Thursday, hours to be set by employer. Employer has one position to begin August 5th, 2024. Closing date of application open until filled.

Benefits: Health Insurance benefits and leave benefits.

Application Instructions: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply' to view the application information (registration is available at no cost.)